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Thousands of children benefit from oral health initiative

Thousands of children across Cheshire and Merseyside have received free dental care packs to help prevent tooth decay.

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Toothbrushing scheme introduced in North Somerset schools

Over 1600 children in preschools, reception and year one classes have started brushing their teeth together every day, as part of NHS Southwest’s...

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First-ever global oral health conference hosted in Thailand

The first-ever global oral health meeting, organised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), will host delegations from over 110 countries. It aims to...

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Oral health hub launched

Haleon has partnered with UK retailer Tesco to create a new initiative offering free oral health advice to its customers. The Haleon Oral Health Hub,...

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Oral hygiene hub launched in Plymouth

Transforming Plymouth Together has announced the opening of the first Hygiene Hub in the city.

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Scottish residents struggle to access dental care

A third of adults (34 per cent) reported difficulties when visiting the dentist, according to the Scottish Health Survey 2023. This has increased...

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Plymouth council sets out plan to tackle health inequalities

Organisations in Plymouth are seeking to tackle health inequalities to build on a decade of progress.

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Government announces disposable vapes ban from June 2025

Health, waste and enforcement organisations have welcomed the government’s decision to proceed with a ban on the sale of disposable vapes from the...

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Dental association calls for ‘a 21st century service’ in Scotland

The British Dental Association (BDA) Scotland has responded to research from the BBC that suggests six Scottish council areas are now ‘dental...

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Dental health kits for schools in oral health collaboration

Thousands of school children will receive free dental health kits, as part of a partnership between Asda and Colgate.

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NHS dental patients consider going private for better access to care

Six in ten (61 per cent) NHS dental patients would consider paying for private dental care, according to Denplan’s Oral Health Survey 2024. The top...

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Mental health app teams up with UK dental practice

Obex Dental, the UK’s largest independent dental practice, has teamed up with TriggerHub to provide a digital platform for mental health to more than...