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Learn how you can get involved in initiatives that promote healthy smiles, raise awareness, and support better oral care in our communities.

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Stay informed on oral health policies, guidelines, and research that shape better care, prevention, and outcomes for communities and professionals.

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Access expert guidance, tools, and evidence-based resources to support best practice in oral health care and education.

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  • Mouth Cancer Action Month

    Taking place throughout November, thousands of amazing people go out into their communities to raise awareness of mouth cancer and share the important message of being mouthaware. Read more

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  • Workplaces

    Here you can find clear information and practical advice to help employers support the oral health and wellbeing of their staff. Read more

  • Schools

    Our school resources, Dental Buddy and Brushtime, are specially designed to help children learn about oral health in fun, engaging and age-appropriate ways. Read more

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  • Work with us

    Partner with us to support better oral health outcomes through collaboration, expertise, and shared purpose. Read more

  • Explore the value of accreditation

    Learn how accreditation supports quality, trust, and continuous improvement in oral health practice. Read more

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  • Remembering Dr Nigel Carter OBE

    Everyone at the Oral Health Foundation is heartbroken by the death of our former Chief Executive, Dr Nigel Carter OBE, who has died after nearly three decades leading the charity he loved. Read more

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  • Caring for dentures

    Download our new A4 handout with guidelines on denture care and adhesives. Read more

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  • Discussing alcohol use with patients

    Listen to our latest podcast where we discuss how delivering better oral health helps us navigate discussions around alcohol and prevention, and what to do if you suspect a patient turns up at the practice under the influence of alcohol. Read more

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  • Glossary of dental terms

    Discover definitions of common dental terms to better understand oral health and treatments. Easy explanations for dentistry jargon. Read more