26 NOV 21 - By knowing the causes of mouth cancer, we can take positive steps to reduce our own level of risk. Read more
16 NOV 21 - New research shows two-in-three have never checked themselves for signs of cancer in or around the mouth. Read more
04 MAR 21 - A new study has found that people with advanced gum disease are much more likely to suffer complications from coronavirus, including being more likely to require a ventilator and to die from the disease. Read more
10 NOV 20 - A new piece of research has linked toothbrushing habits to the spread of COVID-19. Read more
Smile month has now officially started! We are looking at what we will be doing this month and catching up with our Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation, Dr Nigel Carter. Read more
The Oral Health Foundation warns that thousands of children have been left to suffer in pain for more than one year, as the number of tooth extractions for young people in England falls by more than half during the pandemic. Read more
A free head and neck cancer resource and 24/7 helpline backed by charities Swallows Group, Oral Health Foundation and Mouth Cancer Foundation are now available for Ukrainian refugees wanting to learn more about head and neck cancer. Read more
As part of World Immunisation Week (20-26 April), the Oral Health Foundation is raising awareness about the benefits that can come with vaccinating against disease. Read more
06 APR 22 - Oral Health Foundation is supporting and signing an open letter calling for further proactive measures to reduce the UK sugar intake. Read more
21 MAR 22 - Discover how to take part in the UK’s biggest oral health campaign – that’s the message from the Oral Health Foundation as they prepare to exhibit at this year’s BDIA Dental Showcase. Read more
16 MAR 22 - Discover our top tips for better oral health for Sunday's World Oral Health Day. Read more
01 FEB 22 - A group of key opinion leaders agree on an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use. Read more
12 JAN 22 - Here's our top five must have design features for electric toothbrushes. Read more
08 DEC 21 - Mhari Coxon has been revealed as the new president of the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
16-SEP-21 Launching next month, Safe Smiles will give advice and support about how to get a great smile in a safe way. Read more
27 JUL 21 - The charity believes tackling the nation's sugar consumption is both urgent and highly necessary and calls on the government to take action. Read more
21 JUL 21 - Young Libby McIntyre, aged 10, from Dunbar in Scotland has been named as our third winner of Nominate a Smile 2021. Read more
14 JUL 21 - London Super Nanny, Fabiana Madeira, has been announced as our second winner of Nominate a Smile, held during National Smile Month 2021. Read more
14 JUL 21 - Our first winner of Nominate a Smile to be announced is Isles of Scilly dentist Dr Michael Twamley who impressed us with his community work and passion for spreading healthy smiles. Read more
24 JUN 21 - The Oral Health Foundation welcomes these new restrictions and acknowledges that it is a step in the right direction, but worries that there is still a lot more work to do. Read more
14 JUN 21 - New survey released as part of National Smile Month has revealed what tops the list of things Brits could not go a day without. Read more
07 JUN 21 - Research as part of National Smile Month has revealed a number of Brits are only brushing their teeth once a day. Read more
04 JUNE 21 - New data collected by the Oral Health Foundation has found further evidence of an NHS dental service in crisis. The charity is now calling on ministers for action. Read more
27 MAY 21 - New National Smile Month research data has revealed young people lead the way in oral health during lockdown Read more
19 MAY 21 - New survey data has revealed the profound impact of the pandemic on the way we view our smiles. Read more
18 May 21 - Johnson & Johnson Ltd., the makers of LISTERINE®, are delighted to support National Smile Month once again, to help raise awareness of the essential care provided by dental professionals nation-wide and the importance of oral health among the general public. Read more