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Oral Health Foundation calls for action after a huge rise in childhood tooth extractions under general anaesthetic
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.
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Simon A F Howell Obituary
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.
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Mouth ulcers
Usually red or yellow in colour, mouth ulcers are painful sores that can appear inside the mouth and also on the outer lips.
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What to do following an extraction
General advice about what to do after having teeth taken out. Includes what precautions you should take and things to avoid.
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Burning mouth syndrome
Burning Mouth Syndrome can be an extremely uncomfortable condition which can have several potential causes.
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How to spot mouth cancer
How much do you know about the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer? By being Mouthaware you can make a difference in the fight against mouth cancer.
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Geographic tongue
Geographic tongue is a common condition which can appear on the top and sides of the tongue, and sometimes on the under-surface.
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Bridges and partial dentures
These replacement options for missing teeth are often recommended for oral health purposes as well as cosmetic appearance.
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What foods and drinks contain acid and why it spells trouble for our oral health
10 JUNE 19 – As part of National Smile Month, the Oral Health Foundation and GSK have come together to discuss the threat acidic foods and drinks pose to our oral health.
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Wisdom teeth
The wisdom teeth are the last to appear, right at the back of the mouth, often between 17 and 25 but sometime many years later.
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Sugar free chewing gum
Chewing sugar-free gum helps protect your teeth and gums in between meals when it may not be possible to brush with a toothbrush.
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“Spit don’t rinse” for better oral health
6 JUNE 2016 – Fitting is largely considered one of the worst habits a person can have yet that’s exactly what one leading health charity is asking all of us to do.
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Learn all about a variety of oral health conditions and how they can affect you.
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