National Smile Month

Between 18 May and 18 June, the Oral Health Foundation will be raising awareness of important health issues and ready to put a smile on everybody's face.

We want you to join us and make a positive difference to the oral health of millions of people.

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Public back calls to extend sugar tax

30 MAY 20 - Most of the British public are in favour of extending the Soft Drinks Industry Levy, as known as the sugar tax.
One in eight children suffer from nightmares about their teeth

28 MAY 20 - Almost one-in-eight (12%) children have woken up from a nightmare about their oral health, according to the findings of a new study.
National Smile Month 2020 official song revealed

22 MAY 20 - We're delighted to reveal the official song of National Smile Month 2020 'Today Hooray'!
Fundraising and donating for National Smile Month 2020

21 MAY 20 - By supporting National Smile Month you are helping to improve the state of oral health for families up and down the UK.

Mouth ulcers

Usually red or yellow in colour, mouth ulcers are painful sores that can appear inside the mouth and also on the outer lips.
What to do following an extraction

General advice about what to do after having teeth taken out. Includes what precautions you should take and things to avoid.
Geographic tongue

Geographic tongue is a common condition which can appear on the top and sides of the tongue, and sometimes on the under-surface.
Bridges and partial dentures

These replacement options for missing teeth are often recommended for oral health purposes as well as cosmetic appearance.
Veneers

A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain made to fit over the front surface of a tooth and can improve the colour, shape and position of your teeth.
Tooth whitening

Tooth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface.
Implants

A dental implant is used to support one or more false teeth. It is a titanium screw that can replace the root of a tooth when it fails.
Wisdom teeth

The wisdom teeth are the last to appear, right at the back of the mouth, often between 17 and 25 but sometime many years later.
Burning mouth syndrome

Burning Mouth Syndrome can be an extremely uncomfortable condition which can have several potential causes.
Cracked teeth

There are several ways in which your tooth can crack or break and it is important that you get it seen to as soon as possible.

Dental Helpline

We're here to give you impartial advice about your oral health. Contact our team of fully-qualified professionals by telephone (01788 539780), or email ([email protected]). Read more

Dental care and coronavirus (COVID-19)

The latest advice on how you can access dental care, treatment and advice during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more