Posts Tagged ‘Oral Health Foundation’
National Smile Month 2016
On the 16th May 2016, National Smile Month launched with a bang. Now in its 40th year, the annual campaign, run by the Oral Health Foundation, aims to get people talking about oral health and encourage them to take steps towards better dental health. About National Smile Month National Smile Month will run until the […]
NHS Promotes 24 Hour Emergency Dental Service for National Smile Month
NHS 24 is promoting emergency dental services throughout the country as part of National Smile Month. The annual campaign, which is due to kick off today (16th May) is organised by the Oral Health Foundation. The round-the-clock emergency dental care service is using the campaign to raise awareness of itself, as it’s not as well-known as […]
Could Brushing Your Teeth Prevent Pancreatic Cancer Risk?
Most of us are aware that brushing twice-daily reduces our risk of decay and gum disease, but a new study has suggested that good oral hygiene can also lower the risk of pancreatic cancer. A team of American researchers have linked harmful strains of bacteria, which are found in the mouth, to an elevated risk […]
British Dental Foundation Reveals Plans for Name Change
The British Dental Health Foundation will be known as the Oral Health Foundation from the 4th of April, it has been confirmed. Janet Goodwin, president of the organisation, believes that the name change reflects the BDHF’s desire to reach out to communities all over the world and promote positive dental health and lifestyle choices. Since […]
