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 equates to around 41m people.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Dental professionals have been urged to reconsider how they manage patients who appear disengaged with their oral health, with a rallying call to “exhaust every option” before considering palliative...
Oral health and mouth cancer
A new partnership has been announced between Philips Sonicare and The Hygiene Bank, with support from television presenter Helen Skelton.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Members of the global oral health community attended the International College of Dentists (ICD) second Stakeholders’ Day in Boston, Massachusetts, on April 29, 2025.
Oral health and mouth cancer
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 before bed, research from the Oral Health Foundation...
Oral health and mouth cancer
The National Smile Month launch event took place in London on 9 May, 2025, with attendance from more than 100 health professionals, campaigners and industry leaders.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Periodontal disease has been linked to chronic liver conditions such as cirrhosis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), and alcohol-related liver disease.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Poor oral health has been associated with higher instances of migraines, abdominal and body pain in women, research from the University of Sydney has revealed.
Oral health and mouth cancer
A new children’s competition has been launched to help raise awareness of the importance of developing good oral health habits from a young age.
Children's dentistry
In a groundbreaking partnership, Colgate-Palmolive and the UK government have united to transform children’s oral health. A pioneering Supervised Toothbrushing Scheme was announced today by the...
Children's dentistry
The Oral Health Foundation is encouraging everyone to spread knowledge, support prevention, and advocate for a future where HPV-related diseases are a thing of the past on HPV Awareness Day, March 4.
Oral health and mouth cancer
Professor Green, rapper and health activist, is working with the NHS to raise awareness about the importance of children looking after their teeth. The campaign includes an exciting competition for...
Children's dentistry