Oral health

‘A one-size-fits-all-approach’ will not improve children’s oral health, say researchers

Up to 50 per cent of five-year-olds in England suffer from pain due to untreated tooth decay or dental caries, according to research from the University of Manchester. Many of those children have to...

Delays in mouth cancer diagnosis in Wales

People with symptoms of mouth cancer are not seeking medical advice early enough, according to a report from Public Health Wales.

Health charity raises awareness of mouth cancer

Mouth cancer cases have increased by 133 per cent increase over the past two decades, according to the Oral Health Foundation.

What do we know?

Anne Symons explores the links between Ozempic and 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.