Oral health and mouth cancer

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Forty-one million adults not seeing a dentist regularly

Research has revealed that three quarters (75 per cent) of UK adults do not regularly visit the dentist as part of their oral health routine. This...

A brief history

Alec Hilton outlines the history of bioactive glass and its implications for dentistry.

Nature vs nurture

Michael Sultan ponders the effects of genetics vs behaviour when it comes to oral health.

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Dental professionals encouraged to avoid palliative care

Dental professionals have been urged to reconsider how they manage patients who appear disengaged with their oral health, with a rallying call to...

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Psycho-social impact of poor oral health highlighted by new partnership

A new partnership has been announced between Philips Sonicare and The Hygiene Bank, with support from television presenter Helen Skelton.

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Global oral health event celebrates collaboration

Members of the global oral health community attended the International College of Dentists (ICD) second Stakeholders’ Day in Boston, Massachusetts, on...

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Millions snacking on sweets after dinner and skipping the toothbrush, research reveals

Millions of people across the UK are putting their oral health at risk by snacking on sugary treats after dinner and failing to brush their teeth...

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National Smile Month kicked off with London launch event

The National Smile Month launch event took place in London on 9 May, 2025, with attendance from more than 100 health professionals, campaigners and...

An overlooked aspect

Nina Garlo speaks with Mira Kasslin about the relationship between oral health and cancer treatments.

Remaining vigilant

Mariam Jawad battles misinformation around head and neck cancer.

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Gum health linked to liver disease

Periodontal disease has been linked to chronic liver conditions such as cirrhosis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD),...

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Poor oral health associated with pain in women

Poor oral health has been associated with higher instances of migraines, abdominal and body pain in women, research from the University of Sydney has...