Abra Health Group has launched The Dental Bank in Connecticut. The pilot offers free oral health supplies and screenings while connecting families with affordable dental care.
Second-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery students from Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine reportedly screened children at Army Public School, Malir Cantt, on October 7. Independent confirmation of the programme and its results was not found.
Childsmile is marking two decades of supervised toothbrushing and fluoride varnish as NHS Western Isles brings its child-friendly approach to families across the islands.
A Frontiers in Oral Health article links screen exposure with disrupted sleep and oral hygiene routines. The evidence points to a connected risk pattern, while warning that screen time alone does not prove tooth decay.
Up to 100 Georgia residents aged 6 to 21 can seek free orthodontic treatment for cleft lip and/or cleft palate without a physician referral.
Delta Dental's 2026 survey reports higher rates of daily brushing, flossing, preventive dental visits, and children's oral-care routines. Replacing toothbrushes on schedule remains a weak spot.
The 2026 GUM/RDH Award of Distinction recognises six dental hygienists whose work advances prevention, education, access, compassionate care and the profession's future. Independent confirmation of the awards and recipient biographies remains limited.
Ireland's Department of Health is set to receive more than €29bn in 2027. The plan increases support for care at home, older people's services, children's dental care, mental health and GP reform.
Research into mouth breathing, tongue posture and swallowing patterns is prompting earlier checks for children and growing interest in preventive orthodontic care across Ireland.
A supervised toothbrushing service launched on 1 October 2026 in selected schools and nurseries across West Northamptonshire. The scheme combines brushing sessions, oral-health lessons and free toothbrush and toothpaste packs for some families.
A resident-led project at UT Health San Antonio plans to give underserved patients oral care kits and brief health guidance. The team hopes the simple exchange will also strengthen trust between patients and physicians.
Colgate India screened 3,08,106 students at 547 CBSE-affiliated schools in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry during a 10-day campaign recognised by the World Records Union.
The Asnani School Oral Health Program has entered the Health Standards Organization's Leading Practices Library. The recognition covers its evidence-informed approach to preventive dental care for children.
Field researchers in Northern Nigeria found people affected by noma and referred them for treatment. The project is now using caregivers' experience to shape prevention through primary healthcare.
For millions of Iranians, dental treatment is out of reach. Delayed care is allowing preventable problems to follow people from childhood into old age.
At a September 17 parent-teacher fair, Tufts HSDA volunteers used toothbrushes, toothpaste and simple activities to discuss oral health with children and families.
More than 70% of preschool children in Croatia have tooth decay, even as oral health improves among 12-year-olds. The figures point to a prevention gap in the country's youngest children.
Fiji's new national oral health campaign is shifting prevention into the home by giving parents and children simple ways to spot dental problems early.
The Kansas City Royals Foundation and Sun Life U.S. reached their $50,000 goal for TeamSmile. Each Royals single during the campaign triggered a donation for children's dental care.
America's ToothFairy will open its fifth annual My Smile Matters campaign on October 1. The program includes free resources, a children's candy contest and awards for hygienists who widen access to oral health care.
The DTA Foundation is rallying families nationwide to celebrate National Brush Day by joining the DentSquad, sharing creative activities, and competing for Amazon gift cards.
A retiring periodontist and new research reveal a worldwide problem: most people brush badly, putting themselves at risk for gum disease and other health issues.
Dr Noor Sana's new program is changing how children with special needs and their parents learn about dental care-making it practical, direct, and built for daily life.
More children in England end up in hospital for tooth decay than for tonsillitis. The numbers show a deep failure in prevention and NHS dental access.
UAB School of Dentistry and TeamSmile turned a gym into a dental clinic, giving almost 200 children free care in a single day.
Colgate-Palmolive is ramping up its Bright Smiles Bright Futures program with new research, behavior change tools, and a partnership with the WHO Foundation. The goal: reach another billion children and families.
ORDO is extending its partnership with The PHA Group after a year of rapid growth and a push to change oral health habits among young people.
Kenya's push for Universal Health Coverage is at risk. Dental disease is everywhere, but care is out of reach for most. Unless oral health is built into primary care and UHC, the overhaul will leave millions behind.
With National Brush Day coming up, the DTA Foundation is rallying families to join the DentSquad and help kids build strong brushing habits for life.
Dental Nursing students from the University of Northampton are bringing oral health education into primary schools, reaching over two thousand children with practical workshops and free toothbrushes.
