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.

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 prevalent dental conditions in the world.

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.

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.

Living in the age of anxiety

A look at the impact of stress on oral health.

A sobering thought…

Anne Symons discusses the impact of alcohol on oral health.

Could low and no alcohol drinks be the future?

Philip Silver discusses the rise in popularity of low alcohol beverages, considering the positive impacts on both oral and general health.