Almost 70 per cent of Australians haven't been to the dentist in more than two years.

And while the COVID pandemic has undoubtedly played a part, for some, 25 per cent haven't been in more than five years.

Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen, Perth Oral Medicine Specialist, said the figures indicated a few factors came into play.

Almost 70 per cent of Australians haven't been to the dentist in more than two years.
And while the COVID pandemic has undoubtedly played a part, for some, 25 per cent haven't been in more than five years.
Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen, Perth Oral Medicine Specialist, said the figures indicated a few factors came into play.

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