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  • The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer

    The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer

    26 NOV 21 - By knowing the causes of mouth cancer, we can take positive steps to reduce our own level of risk. Read more

  • A simple check for mouth cancer could save your life

    A simple check for mouth cancer could save your life

    16 NOV 21 - New research shows two-in-three have never checked themselves for signs of cancer in or around the mouth. Read more

  • Gum disease linked to Covid-19 complications in new study

    Gum disease linked to Covid-19 complications in new study

    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

  • Toothbrushing habits linked with spread of COVID-19 infections, research finds

    Toothbrushing habits linked with spread of COVID-19 infections, research finds

    10 NOV 20 - A new piece of research has linked toothbrushing habits to the spread of COVID-19. Read more

  • The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer
  • A simple check for mouth cancer could save your life
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National Smile month has started!

National Smile month has started!

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

Published: 20th May, 2022

Author: Stacey McMaster

Fall in children’s tooth extractions labelled a ‘smokescreen’ by oral health charity

Fall in children’s tooth extractions labelled a ‘smokescreen’ by oral health charity

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

Published: 11th May, 2022

Author: Viktoriia Davydenko

Ukraine Head and Neck Cancer Help

Ukraine Head and Neck Cancer Help

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

Published: 5th May, 2022

Author: Stacey McMaster

World Immunisation Week – preventing cancers with the HPV vaccine

World Immunisation Week – preventing cancers with the HPV vaccine

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

Published: 20th April, 2022

Author: Stacey McMaster

Open letter calls for further sugar reduction programmes

Open letter calls for further sugar reduction programmes

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

Published: 6th April, 2022

Author: Viktoriia Davydenko

All smiles as Oral Health Foundation prepares for Dental Showcase 2022

All smiles as Oral Health Foundation prepares for Dental Showcase 2022

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

Published: 21st March, 2022

Author: Stacey McMaster

World Oral Health Day: Top tips for a smile to be proud of

World Oral Health Day: Top tips for a smile to be proud of

16 MAR 22 - Discover our top tips for better oral health for Sunday's World Oral Health Day. Read more

Published: 16th March, 2022

Author: David Arnold

Key opinion leaders reach an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use

Key opinion leaders reach an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use

01 FEB 22 - A group of key opinion leaders agree on an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2022

Updated: 16th March, 2022

Author: David Arnold

Top five “must have” design features for electric toothbrushes

Top five “must have” design features for electric toothbrushes

12 JAN 22 - Here's our top five must have design features for electric toothbrushes. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2022

Author: David Arnold

Oral Health Foundation appoints new president Mhari Coxon

Oral Health Foundation appoints new president Mhari Coxon

08 DEC 21 - Mhari Coxon has been revealed as the new president of the Oral Health Foundation. Read more

Published: 13th December, 2021

Author: Sophie Turner

The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer

The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer

26 NOV 21 - By knowing the causes of mouth cancer, we can take positive steps to reduce our own level of risk. Read more

Published: 26th November, 2021

Author: Sophie Turner

A simple check for mouth cancer could save your life

A simple check for mouth cancer could save your life

16 NOV 21 - New research shows two-in-three have never checked themselves for signs of cancer in or around the mouth. Read more

Published: 17th November, 2021

Updated: 23rd November, 2021

Author: David Arnold

Introducing Safe Smiles - new campaign set to champion the benefits of safe dentistry

Introducing Safe Smiles - new campaign set to champion the benefits of safe dentistry

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

Published: 16th September, 2021

Updated: 17th November, 2021

Author: Sophie Turner

Oral health charity responds to National Food Strategy Report

Oral health charity responds to National Food Strategy Report

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

Published: 27th July, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

All smiles for Dunbar girl after scooping national charity prize

All smiles for Dunbar girl after scooping national charity prize

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

Published: 21st July, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

London Super Nanny recognised for local community work

London Super Nanny recognised for local community work

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

Published: 14th July, 2021

Updated: 15th July, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

Nominate a Smile prize scooped by island dentist

Nominate a Smile prize scooped by island dentist

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

Published: 14th July, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

Oral health charity welcomes pre watershed junk food advertising ban

Oral health charity welcomes pre watershed junk food advertising ban

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

Published: 24th June, 2021

Updated: 23rd November, 2021

Author: Sophie Turner

Brits cast their vote on the one thing they could not go a day without

Brits cast their vote on the one thing they could not go a day without

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

Published: 14th June, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

Report highlights concerns into Britain’s brushing habits

Report highlights concerns into Britain’s brushing habits

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

Published: 7th June, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

Charity calls for funding boost to dentistry as it tops list of most delayed health services

Charity calls for funding boost to dentistry as it tops list of most delayed health services

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

Published: 4th June, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

Young people lead the way in oral health during lockdown

Young people lead the way in oral health during lockdown

27 MAY 21 - New National Smile Month research data has revealed young people lead the way in oral health during lockdown Read more

Published: 27th May, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

The tooth on how the pandemic has affected our smiles

The tooth on how the pandemic has affected our smiles

19 MAY 21 - New survey data has revealed the profound impact of the pandemic on the way we view our smiles. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2021

Author: Stephen Loat

LISTERINE® proudly supports National Smile Month once again

LISTERINE® proudly supports National Smile Month once again

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

Published: 18th May, 2021

Author: David Arnold

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  • National Smile month has started!

    National Smile month has started!

    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.

  • Fall in children’s tooth extractions labelled a ‘smokescreen’ by oral health charity

    Fall in children’s tooth extractions labelled a ‘smokescreen’ by oral health charity

    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.

  • Ukraine Head and Neck Cancer Help

    Ukraine Head and Neck Cancer Help

    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.

  • World Immunisation Week – preventing cancers with the HPV vaccine

    World Immunisation Week – preventing cancers with the HPV vaccine

    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.

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  • Mouth ulcers

    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

    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

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

  • How to spot mouth cancer

    How to spot mouth cancer

    How much do you know about the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer? By being Mouthaware you can make a difference in the fight against mouth cancer.

  • Burning mouth syndrome

    Burning mouth syndrome

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

  • Bridges and partial dentures

    Bridges and partial dentures

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

  • Wisdom teeth

    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.

  • Sugar free chewing gum

    Sugar free chewing gum

    Chewing sugar-free gum helps protect your teeth and gums in between meals when it may not be possible to brush with a toothbrush.

  • What foods and drinks contain acid and why it spells trouble for our oral health

    What foods and drinks contain acid and why it spells trouble for our oral health

    10 JUNE 19 - As part of National Smile Month, the Oral Health Foundation and GSK have come together to discuss the threat acidic foods and drinks pose to our oral health.

  • Jaw problems and headaches

    Jaw problems and headaches

    If you jaw and teeth are not lined up correctly it will not only affect your bite but could result in severe headaches and jaw pain.

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A-Z of Oral Health

A-Z of Oral Health

Learn all about a variety of oral health conditions and how they can affect you. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2015

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Sophie Turner

Dental Helpline

Dental Helpline

Contact our team of fully-qualified professionals by telephone (01788 539780), or email ([email protected]) for impartial advice about your oral health. Read more

Published: 25th October, 2018

Updated: 17th March, 2022

Author:

The Oral Health Podcast

The Oral Health Podcast

Listen to bite-size discussions with industry leaders about how to improve your oral health. Read more

Published: 16th May, 2019

Updated: 27th April, 2022

Author: George Bushell

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