At Lighthouse Dental Practice, we take children’s dental health very seriously. We believe every child deserves a bright, healthy smile. The SHINE programme helps make that possible.
SHINE is a six-week initiative delivered in schools across Ipswich and Suffolk. It is hosted by Ipswich Town Football Club’s Ipswich Town Foundation. The programme provides children with brushing kits, fun and engaging workshops that promote good dental hygiene, and support for families to help keep their children’s teeth healthy.
Many parents know that dental hygiene is important, but it’s not always easy to keep up with the latest advice or know exactly what’s best for their child’s teeth. SHINE is here to offer support and encouragement, helping families make informed choices with confidence. It’s never about judgement or criticism. Parenting is challenging enough. We want children to feel proud of their teeth, parents to feel supported, and smiles to last much longer.
Tooth decay causes pain, loss of confidence, and missed school days. No child should have to face that. SHINE is here to change the story.
Every child who takes part in the SHINE programme receives a SHINE Kit, which includes:
We believe it is important for children to feel ownership over their dental health. This kit is a gift designed to build confidence. It is something that belongs entirely to them.
Lighthouse Dental Practice joined SHINE because we care about Suffolk’s children beyond the dental chair. We are closely involved in the programme, sharing our expertise and supporting SHINE workshops to help families build lifelong healthy habits.
We are proud to work alongside the Ipswich Town Foundation, University of Suffolk Dental CIC, NHS Suffolk and North East Essex ICB, and many others who care deeply about our community.
Healthy children mean stronger schools, happier families, and a brighter future for everyone. As SHINE continues to grow, we look forward to reaching more schools, supporting more families, and inspiring a generation to grow up with stronger, healthier smiles.