The number of children who've missed their free routine dental check-ups in Auckland has hit a record high and health authorities warn it'll take over a year to catch up.
The Auckland Regional Dental Service says more than 186,000 children are overdue a visit to the dentist, that's two-thirds of all those enrolled.
Parents who can afford it are being encouraged to pay for their kids to see a private dentist.
Amy Williams has the story.
