With children in a Western Bay of Plenty primary school I hear about and see so many children getting fillings in their teeth. But putting fluoride in the water is not going to solve the problem of children's teeth rotting. They are still going to buy and eat chocolates, lollies and fizzy drinks galore from the dairies and convenience stores located nearby.

What you need is a ban on these stores selling this junkfood to youngsters without parents present. Sounds harsh – but it's the only way to stop kids filling up on rubbish and ending up in the dentist – costing taypayers a fortune. Or maybe the onus should be put back on parents – three free filings per kid aged under 12. If you kid needs more, you pay for them.

G Robertson, Gate Pa.