Oral health

Charity calls for mouth cancer awareness campaign

The Oral Health Foundation has called for a government-funded campaign to raise public awareness about mouth cancer. This follows data that has highlighted a widespread lack of knowledge about the...

Text messages encourage healthy oral habits among teens

Text message reminders can help to improve toothbrushing habits in teenagers, particularly those from low-income families, a study has shown.

A hidden link

Nina Garlo tells the story of Rebekka Manninen and explores the link between oral health and brain health.

Half of children haven’t visited a dentist by three years old, survey reveals

Research has revealed that half (50 per cent) of parents haven’t taken their children to the dentist by the time they are three years old, despite official guidance recommending they are taken when...

Oral health revealed as main driver for toothpaste selection

Consumers prioritise their oral health when choosing toothpaste, according to online research from Product of the Year.

Patients with ADHD often suffer with worse oral health, says study

Adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at a greater risk of having poor oral health, according to a report released by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.

Can a sweet tooth contribute to depression and diabetes?

People with a preference for sweets are at a higher risk of developing depression, diabetes, and suffering a stroke, according to research from the University of Surrey.

Dental health kits for schools in oral health collaboration

Thousands of school children will receive free dental health kits, as part of a partnership between Asda and Colgate.

Water fluoridation is less effective than in the past, study reveals

The dental health benefits of adding fluoride to drinking water may be less now than before fluoride toothpaste was widely available, according to an updated Cochrane review.

NHS introduce free dental checks for children at residential special schools

Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities in residential special schools and colleges across England are to be offered free NHS dental, eyesight and hearing checks.

Children’s book launched to help encourage good oral hygiene

A picture book that features fun illustrations combined with animal sounds was launched on September 30, 2024.

The perils of smoking

Philip Silver considers the health risks of smoking, highlighting the importance of early detection of oral cancer.