Observatoire des droits humains (anglais seulement)

Are your parents responsible for your cavities, or do you need to floss more?

(Version anglaise seulement)

par Jeffrey Ebersole, Professor of Biomedical Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

To “cry poor mouth” is an expression used to habitually complain about a lack of money. A literal poor mouth, however, represents one of the most widespread global diseases: tooth decay. Cavities resulting from poor oral health can drive everything from emotional issues to low self-esteem and health concerns.

Even more critical is the socioeconomic impact of tooth decay. Cavities are a “hidden cost” across a person’s lifespan. They can affect the ability of children to learn, result in absenteeism and a loss of…

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