Oral health

Oral health in the age of anxiety

A look at the oral repercussions of anxiety and stress, highlighting how dental clinicians can support patients in dealing with the problem.

Joint break

Sharon Kidd explores the link between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis.

Human mouth bacteria multiply through rare form of cell division

Research from the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) and ADA Forsyth has uncovered an extraordinary mechanism of cell division in Corynebacterium matruchotii, one of the most common bacteria living in...

Citrus and coconut used to create an oral antibacterial solution

A non-irritant, antibacterial solution to prevent oral inflammation may lie in a chemical compound derived from citrus and coconut.

Oral bacteria can worsen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, study reveals

Periodontal disease affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth and is one of the most...

Experts call for NHS dental contracts reform to prioritise prevention

A new report from the College of General Dentistry, with support from Haleon, a health company and a provider of specialist oral health products, has released recommendations from oral health...

34 million courses of NHS dental treatment delivered

The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has published the NHS Dental Statistics England 2023/24 annual report.

North Devon takes action to address dental provision

North Devon and Torridge district councils have committed to helping dental provision in the region following a special meeting.

A healthy mouth protects your voice

A look at the links between oral and vocal health.

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The importance of early mouth cancer diagnosis

Philip Silver discusses the importance of early detection of mouth cancer, highlighting the role of the clinician in early diagnosis.

Protecting summer time smiles

Anne Symons discusses the importance of taking care of your oral health in the hot weather, and beyond.

A holistic approach to periodontal therapy

Tom Alcraft considers the benefits of a holistic approach when treating periodontitis, treating general and oral health as one.

Oral hygiene for people with dementia frequently overlooked

Experts have produced easy to read and free resources to improve mouth and dental care for people living with dementia at home after a study found it is a neglected area.

Oral health charity supports the government’s pledge to tackle smoking

The Oral Health Foundation (OHF) has welcomed the government's commitment to the 'Tobacco and Vapes Bill', announced in the king's speech.

Oral care company receives seal of approval from dental charity

The Oral Health Foundation has announced the official accreditation of Dent & Go’s latest oral health products.

NHS partners with supermarket brand for mouth cancer awareness campaign

The NHS and Asda have teamed up to provide advice on millions of toothpaste tubes and mouthwash bottles, encouraging people to contact their GPs or dentists if they notice any potential symptoms of...

Lancashire and south Cumbria launch oral health improvement project

NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has introduced a scheme to look at ways to improve dental access and oral health across the region.

Children in Swindon more likely to need tooth removal

According to a report, almost three times as many children require teeth removal in hospital in Swindon compared to other areas in the south-west

Over half of people have skipped toothbrushing

Data collected by the Oral Health Foundation (OHF) reveals over half of the adult population (54 per cent) have admitted to skipping brushing their teeth at least once a week.

Blackpool seeks to tackle tooth decay in children

Data from the Local Democracy Reporting Service has revealed that nearly a third of five-year-olds in Blackpool have tooth decay.

Olympic dental care department set up

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the creation of its first Oral Health Department ahead of Paris 2024. The department will provide athletes competing at the games with more...

Not just an old man’s disease

Philip Silver discusses the increase in the number of cancer patients.

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