Dentists from across Canada have reported a substantial rise in the number of younger children with dental cavities.

A research undertaken about 5 years back had indicated that cavities among children were now becoming less common. Dentists have now, however, suggested that they are witnessing an increasing number of younger kids coming with cavities and tooth decay.

Amongst older children, on the other hand, decay is declining, this is children aged 5 and above. In sharp contrast, cavities and decay in the under 5 age group are increasingly prevalent.

Poor diet and lack of proper oral hygiene have been directly blamed by dentists as reasons for the noticed rise in cavities in toddlers and younger kids. During the current times, children are surrounded by a wide range of fizz drinks, sweets, chocolates and cakes, among other such offerings.

As a result, childhood obesity is growing at an alarming rate as well. Put together, both these things could have some very serious consequences for the health of the entire country in future.

Experts are now urging parents and teachers to ensure that their children know about the dangers of consuming an unhealthy diet as early as possible.