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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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UNCOVERED: Fizzy drinks could be causing tooth decay in young professional footballers - The Untold Story

Footballer was the joint top career choice for children alongside gaming while being prime minister came bottom, polling suggested (Alamy/PA) -

Regular consumption of sugary, fizzy drinks, as well as those marketed to boost energy and sports performance, could be causing tooth decay and gum disease in teenage professional footballers, a study has suggested.

Poor oral hygiene and not visiting the dentist often enough could also be playing a role, according to researchers.

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