Oral health

One-third of the population is anxious about their oral health

The Wrigley Oral Healthcare Program’s ‘Oral Health Index’, published to coincide with World Oral Health Day on March 20, 2024, shows broad public disenchantment with dental services across the...

Supporting patients through menopause  

Tom Alcraft reviews data on the importance of patient education.

Mobile dentist comes to Cambridgeshire

As part of the national ‘NHS Dental Recovery Plan’, a dental van will visit Cambridgeshire to help people get the dental care they need.

Women's hormones and oral health: from puberty to menopause

Nina Garlo-Melkas explores the issues hormonal changes can cause for patients.

The modern dietary and dental challenge

Helen Astill examines the impact energy drinks and fizzy beverages are having on young people.

Non-invasive, low-cost method to test for oral cancer developed

A team of researchers, led by a clinician scientist at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, has discovered a non-invasive, low-cost test to detect oral cancer, monitor...

Poor oral health and systemic health outcomes linked

Looking at multiple dental health conditions and behaviours paints a clearer picture of long-term dental health and mortality, say Tufts University School of Dental Medicine researchers.

HPV campaign encourages the uptake of vaccines

The Oracle Cancer Trust is asking parents to sign the Year 8 HPV Vaccine consent forms to mark International HPV (human papillomavirus) Awareness Day. The Oral Health Foundation is supporting the...

Retailer launches oral health campaign

Superdrug, a health and beauty retailer, has announced the launch of its ‘Healthy Smile’ campaign. It is accompanied by a price reduction of its Own Brand Oral Care range, ProCare, by 20 per cent, the...

Artificial tongue detects and inactivates common mouth bacteria

Researchers reporting in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces have designed a chemical sensor array, or an artificial tongue, that distinguishes dental bacteria and can inactivate them.

Barnsley clubs help children to have healthier smiles

Primary schools and other early years settings are being asked to help Barnsley Borough Council fight against childhood tooth decay.

Hartlepool dental clinic offers free children's appointments

A Hartlepool dentist is providing local children with free check-ups, regardless of whether they are registered with the practice or not.