Learn more about our trustees and how they help form the strategic direction of our charity. We also have information about joining us as a trustee. Read more
Look who makes up the Oral Health Foundation's close, friendly and talented team. Our group delivers programmes and campaigns that help people achieve great oral health. Read more
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This month we continue to raise awareness about the importance of good oral health focusing on how oral health may be linked to physical, mental, and sexual health. Read more
National Smile Month is the largest and longest-running campaign to promote good oral health. Join us in educating, motivating and communicating positive oral health messages. Read more
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
Raise vital funds to help raise awareness of oral health and its importance Read more
Nuud plastic free, plant based spearmint gum helps protect your teeth and gums in between meals, when it may not be possible to brush. Read more
The first plastic free chewing gum to be approved by the Oral Health Foundation as a useful aid to oral health. Read more
Nuud plastic free, plant based menthol chewing gum is approved by the Oral Health Foundation as a useful aid in oral health. Read more
This latest edition is dedicated National Smile Month -- Oral Health Foundation's campaign that has been putting a smile on thousands of faces over the last month. Some of the articles in this issue highlight some of these injustices. We also have some great oral health advice about brushing, nutrition and saving money with your oral health. Read more
A number of Oral-B products have been approved under our accreditation programme. Our panel of independent and internationally recognised clinical and academic experts have examined the products to ensure they can fulfil their claims. Read more
Dental Buddy is a series of free educational resources aimed at nursery and schoolchildren in order to increase the amount of time oral health is taught in the classroom. Read more
Good oral health has many benefits, not only for your mouth but your overall wellbeing too. Read more
Use a checklist to stay on top of your health even in busy or stressful times. Read more
Sign our new Mouth cancer Action Charter, which sets out the top policy interventions we believe would be most effective in addressing the increasing rates of mouth cancer. Read more
Have a look at our A-Z of fundraising for some inspiration Read more
Discover Safe Smiles - the new campaign that gives advice for having safe dental treatment. Read more
Learn all about what orthodontics is, how it works, the health benefits and the different types of orthodontic treatment available. Read more
Learn more about tooth jewellery and what impact it may have on your smile. Read more
Follow this safety advice if you are considering piercings to the tongue or lips. Read more
Discover the risks associated with tattoos in the mouth or on the lips, and how to have them done as safely as possible. Read more
Find out more about grillz and why they might not be a good idea for your mouth. Read more
Find out why it is important to protect your mouth while playing sport. Read more
Discover why it's important to visit a dental professional within a dental practice for all cosmetic treatments in the mouth. Read more
Find out more about tooth whitening and whether it is the right treatment for you. Read more
Discover why seeing an dental professional improves your chances of the best outcome, and why it is safer for your smile. Read more
By understanding the laws around tooth whitening you can make more informed choices about treatment. Read more
Discover what your orthodontic journey may look like when you have treatment with an orthodontist. Read more
Learn about how you can achieve that whiter smile in the safest way possible. Read more
If you think that DIY orthodontics is a cheap and effective way to straighten your teeth think again! These methods often involve taking shortcuts to save cost at the expense of your health. Read more
Discover why putting your smile in danger is never worth the risk. Read more
Use easyfundraising to raise money for us at no extra cost to you. Read more
Rechargeable and portable, the Cordless Plus offers 45 seconds of flossing time and is perfect for use in smaller bathrooms or for travel. Available in several designer colours. Read more
The Cordless Advanced features a magnetic 4-hour rapid charging system, ultra quiet operation, waterproof design, and global voltage. It's perfect for small spaces, travel and use in the shower. Available in several designer colours. Read more
This brand new edition of our digital magazine is dedicated to all things National Smile Month. Read more
Delivers full-size water flosser performance in a compact, portable design making it perfect for travel. Read more
The Ultra Water Flosser is a countertop model featuring push button water pause on the handle and storage for extra tips built into the lid. Easy and effective, Waterpik® is the #1 water flosser brand in the world. Read more
The advanced design of this compact professional model includes pulse-modulation technology for maximum plaque removal (Floss Mode) and enhanced gum stimulation for improved circulation (Hydro-Pulse Massage Mode). Read more
Provides up to 6 hours of fresher breath among, a strong hold and keeps the dentures securely in place when compared to no adhesive. It also creates a food seal that helps prevent food particles from getting beneath the dentures, has a 75% thinner nozzle vs. Fixodent Complete variants allows for superior food seal and easy application in continuous lines. Acts as a cushion between gums and dentures, allowing for a customized fit. Read more
Oral-B Pro-Expert Professional Protection Toothpaste, developed with Oral-B experts, protects the 8 areas dentists check most. It contains Stannous Fluoride Complex, a unique combination of ingredients. It targets and protects against the issues it finds in your mouth: cavities, plaque, gum problems, sensitivity, stains, bad breath, tartar and enamel erosion. Read more
The sleek handle of the 3000 electric toothbrush helps you brush for 2 minutes with the professional timer and it notifies you every 30 seconds to change the area you're brushing. Oral-B's unique round head removes up to 100% more plaque than a standard manual toothbrush for healthier gums. The toothbrush also helps you protect your delicate gums with the pressure control technology that reduces brushing speed and alerts you to be gentler if you brush too hard. Model also includes a travel case. Read more
The sleek handle of the 2000N electric toothbrush helps you brush for 2 minutes with the professional timer and it notifies you every 30 seconds to change the area you are brushing. Oral-B's unique round head removes up to 100% more plaque than a standard manual toothbrush for healthier gums. The toothbrush also helps you protect your delicate gums with the proprietary pressure control technology that reduces brushing speed and alerts you to be gentler if you brush too hard. Read more
The Oral-B PRO 1 electric toothbrush provides a clinically proven superior clean when compared with a manual toothbrush. The professionally inspired design of the toothbrush head surrounds each tooth with bristles angled at 16 degrees, and 3D cleaning action oscillates, rotates, and pulsates to break up and remove up to 100% more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush. An in-handle timer helps you brush for a dentist-recommended 2 minutes. Read more
The Oral-B Vitality Cross Action electric rechargeable toothbrush provides a clinically proven superior clean vs a regular manual toothbrush. The Cross Action toothbrush head surrounds each tooth with bristles angled at 16 degrees, and 2D cleaning action oscillates and rotates for better plaque removal than a regular manual toothbrush. An in-handle timer helps you brush for a dentist-recommended 2 minutes. Read more
Waterpik® oral health products have been accredited by the Oral Health Foundation as they are clinically proven to provide significant oral health benefits, including improved gum health, and the removal of plaque and bacteria. Read more
Professor Tim Newton has over 25 years of experience within dental sector as well as an extensive academic portfolio and is the president of the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
Mhari is the past president of the Oral Health Foundation and has over 20 years’ experience in dentistry in the UK, working as a nurse, oral health advisor and hygienist in a variety of practice and hospital environments. Read more
Welcome to our brand new oral health campaign, specially created to help you prevent tooth decay. Read more
Dental professionals have a key part to play in the education of dental caries inside and outside of the practice setting. Read more
Here are some of the essential strategies to help patients prevent and manage dental caries. Read more
Despite it being very common, tooth decay is easily preventable. Here are some top tips on how to prevent tooth decay. Read more
Prescription high fluoride toothpaste can help patients effectively prevent and control caries while outside of the practice setting. Read more
Sometimes following a dental check-up, you may need more fluoride in order to prevent tooth decay – this is where prescription high fluoride toothpastes come in. Read more
Where face-to-face appointments are not a feasible option, remote consultations can be a timely and sensible solution. Read more
Advice and guidance for dental professionals, including raising awareness of dental caries amongst patients and strategies for how to prevent it. Read more
The Oral Health Foundation has partnered with Johnson & Johnson, the makers of LISTERINE® to create and publish ‘The Dental Professional’s Guide to Mouthwash Use’. Read more
Babycup is loved by parents and perfectly-sized for little ones’ hands and mouths. They encourage sipping, which supports healthy development of mouth, jaws and teeth and are also designed to help support dental and orthodontic development. Read more
Cathie is currently the Director and Chief Clinical Officer at Rodericks Dental. Responsibilities include - Governance of the organisation, setting the strategic direction, developing aims and objectives as well as short and long-term goals. Read more
Soha is Head of Scientific Engagement at Johnson & Johnson. Soha brings a strong foundation as a Periodontist across NHS, private, hospital and specialist practice together with extensive experience in both R&D and the commercial areas of industry. Read more
Want to help us raise awareness of mouth cancer this November? You can bag your FREE Blue-Ribbon badge and download the campaign digital toolkit packed full of information by signing up here. Read more
Bambooth's forest green toothbrush is designed for both adults and kids with the handle made from 100% biodegradable muso bamboo. 10p from every sale of Bambooth forest green toothbrush goes towards the Marine Conservation Charity - an ocean conservation charity. Read more
Bambooth's Coral Pink toothbrush is designed for both adults and children with the handle made from 100% biodegradable muso bamboo. 10p from every sale of a Bambooth Coral Pink toothbrush goes towards the Coral Reef Alliance which work to preserve the world's coral reefs. Read more
Bambooth's sea blue toothbrush is designed for both adults and kids with the handle made from 100% biodegradable muso bamboo. 10p from every sale of Bambooth sea blue toothbrush goes towards the Jane Goodall Institute which aims to make a difference for all living things. Read more
Bambooth's sea blue toothbrush is designed for both adults and kids with the handle made from 100% biodegradable muso bamboo. 10p from every sale of Bambooth sea blue toothbrush goes towards Plastic Oceans - an ocean conservation charity. Read more
Bambooth are latest company to become official corporate sponsors of the Oral Health Foundation. Their bamboo toothbrushes, which are approved by the Oral Health Foundation, provide consumers with an eco-friendly choice when it comes to their oral health. Read more
Re-opening dental practices is on our mind this month. It's also National Smile Month so we have lots going on that we want to tell you about. Read more
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National Smile Month is all about championing the benefits of having great oral health. Read more
The approved mouthwashes from Listerine have been subjected to a number of clinical trials and scientific tests. The Oral Health Foundation approved accreditation logo on the packaging is a seal which shows the product has passed our assessment. Read more
Our accreditation scheme establishes the basis of a gold standard of oral health care products that fulfil the claims and promises they make to consumers. Wrigley’s sugar-free gum claims to help neutralise plaque acids that may cause harm to your teeth. Read more
We are approaching the start of National Smile Month and we hope you will join us for the campaign. Read more
Oral-B is one of our most longstanding partners. We have been together for more than a decade and it’s because we share exactly the same values of prevention and education. Read more
Both Wrigley and ourselves believe in taking education right to the heart of local communities. We also recognise the importance which diet plays in our oral health and wellbeing. Read more
We're working with the tooth fairy this year and she wants to know how you've been taking care of your teeth. Read more
In this issue, we give an update on National Smile Month 2020, advice on maintaining good oral health and the top pledges you can take to gain a healthier smile. Read more
The latest advice on how you can access dental care, treatment and advice during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
In this issue, we have plenty on safe cosmetic dentistry, Pet Dental Health Month and much more that can help you achieve a healthy smile. Read more
In the first issue of 2020, we look at children’s teeth, water fluoridation, World Cancer Day, and much more. Read more
George Tsakos is Professor in Dental Public Health at UCL and Honorary Consultant in Dental Public Health with the National Health Service (CNWL NHS Foundation Trust) and with the Department of Health and Social Care (Office for Health Improvement and Disparities). Read more
OpenRoom will be working with us to provide access to key decision makers and industry influencers, Read more
Moveit4smiles has one simple aim - to get moving and raise money in the fight against mouth cancer. We do this by tackling some of the UK's most exciting and rewarding physical challenges. Read more
In September 2021 some brave trekkers will be taking on Bla Bheinn in the Isle of Skye, all in the name of Mouth Cancer Action. Sound fun? Well you can join them.... Read more
As 2019 draws to a close, we have some timely advice for how you can maintain great oral health throughout the holidays! Read more
Wrigley's Extra Mega gum is beneficial for dental health as it helps to neutralise plaque acids after eating or drinking anything sugary that may cause harm to your teeth. Chew for at least twenty minutes in order to take advantage of the benefits. Read more
The signs of tooth decay and how you can treat it. You can also find out if you might be more at risk of tooth decay. Read more
It's officially Mouth Cancer Action Month and in this issue, it's all about becoming mouthaware. Read more