20 MARCH 2023 - A global taskforce of academic experts has concluded that teledentistry has the ability to give millions more people around the world regular access to dental services. Read more
24 FEB 2023 - The Oral Health Foundation calls for urgent action after a new report by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities highlights a catastrophic rise in childhood tooth extractions. Read more
1 JUNE 2022 - Dental teams are in the ideal position to identify and act on early signs of eating disorders, says the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
16 May 2022 - As National Smile Month starts today, Dr Nigel Carter calls for a levelling up agenda so that everybody can achieve the standards of oral health that they really deserve Read more
The Janet Goodwin Educational Grant is a financial bursary to help dental nurses upskill and achieve their diploma. Read more
20 Jun 2023 - The Oral Health Foundation congratulates Professor Nairn Wilson CBE FCGDent on being appointed Knight Bachelor in King Charles III’s first Birthday Honours List. Read more
17 May 2023 - Experts and leaders from the world of dentistry and health have gathered at the Royal College of Nursing in London to attend the launch of this year’s National Smile Month. Read more
6 JUNE 2023 - It's National Smile Month! Professor Iain Chapple, Benjamin Tighe and Laura Bailey have been touring the UK, bringing The Dental Hygienist Roadshow to dental events throughout the year. Read more
6 JUNE 2023 - A leading national charity is backing the release of a landmark new report that aims to reduce the number of people suffering from tooth decay while also saving the NHS millions. Read more
30 MAY 2023 - More than half (51%) of UK adults skip toothbrushing once a week, according to new findings from the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
23 MAY 2023 - The health of your mouth might be more important than you realise and is linked to a number of other conditions around the whole body, according to the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
22 MAY 2023 - New research from Frontier Economics has estimated cost savings to the NHS and patients of rolling out oral health measures to prevent tooth decay. Read more
14 FEB 23 - We are sad to announce the sudden passing of our dear friend and colleague, Simon Howell who previously worked as a Director of Campaigns for the Oral Health Foundation from 2004 to 2014. Read more
Giving up alcohol for Dry January has some unexpected benefits for your teeth. Read more
4 JAN 23 - Delving into the world of DIY Consumer Dentistry and the many pitfalls of not having a dentist present during treatment, Dr Anshu Sood is this podcast’s part 2 guest orthodontist. Read more
3 JAN 23 - DIY orthodontics’ is a one size fits all approach to reshaping and altering the appearance of your mouth. Read more
01 NOV 22 - New cases of mouth cancer in the United Kingdom have risen to a record high, according to the findings of a new report. Read more
26 OCT 22 - The Oral Health Foundation is proud to support a small team at Tg’s Dental Suite in Ashby de la Zouch. Read more
20 July 2022 - A new package of proposals to reform NHS dentistry in England has received a mixed response from the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
11 MAY 2022 - The Oral Health Foundation is highly concerned by the number of children having teeth extracted because of tooth decay. Read more
5 MAY 2022 - A free resource is now available for Ukrainian refugees wanting to learn more about head and neck cancer. Read more
20 APR 2022 - As part of World Immunisation Week (20-26 April), the Oral Health Foundation is raising awareness about the benefits that can come with vaccinating against disease. Read more
06 APR 22 - Oral Health Foundation is supporting and signing an open letter calling for further proactive measures to reduce the UK sugar intake. Read more
21 MAR 22 - Discover how to take part in the UK’s biggest oral health campaign – that’s the message from the Oral Health Foundation as they prepare to exhibit at this year’s BDIA Dental Showcase. Read more