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.
Icon Dental says its Downtown Denver exams assess teeth and gums alongside bite, jaw function and airway health. The practice presents the service as a way to investigate recurring problems before repeated repairs begin.
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.
The General Council of Dentists of Spain says mental health disorders and poor oral health can reinforce each other, calling for coordinated care and practical prevention.
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.
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.
Institutos Odontológicos is taking part in the Barcelona Women's Race, according to the announcement, with a message about oral health and support for campaigns against cancer and gender violence.
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.
Only 24.7% of physicians in a Saudi Arabian survey routinely assessed oral health during COPD care. Limited training time and unclear responsibility were among the main barriers.
The Town of Perth has proclaimed October 10, 2026, as National Dental Care Day. The declaration puts preventive care, oral health education and fair access to dental services in the spotlight.
A study of 30 Japanese adults with hemophilia found early-stage periodontitis and raised oral bacterial counts across the group. HIV status did not produce significant differences in the oral measures researchers recorded.
Universidad de Mendoza is marking Dentist's Day on October 3 by recognising the clinical care, teaching, research and prevention work that supports oral and overall health across Latin America.
Dr. Cherae M. Farmer-Dixon connects preventive dental care with wider health risks and points to access barriers affecting Black communities.
Dr. Kaynat Gilani describes a prevention-led approach that combines early diagnosis, prosthodontics and patient involvement. Independent searches did not verify her biography, Designer Dental's status or the professional achievements attributed to her.
Vandana Chamaria has joined Haleon as Head of Oral Health for South Asia after more than 23 years in marketing, business strategy and brand building.
Plain green tea may support teeth and gums through antioxidant and antimicrobial activity. It also has less acidity than several common drinks and contains no added sugar.
Tonsil stones can cause bad breath and a lump-like feeling in the throat without showing poor hygiene or systemic disease. Gentle care is usually enough, while surgery is rarely needed.
Kenvue shares traded at EUR 15.32 after hours on October 2 2026. The move came as LISTERINE launched a multiyear oral-health initiative and Kenvue declared a quarterly dividend.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health says oral health affects overall health. It urges residents to brush twice daily, floss, limit sugary foods and attend regular dental visits.
LISTERINE® has launched Oral Care Counts, a multiyear campaign focused on daily prevention and wider access to oral health care as reported disease cases reach 3.73 billion.
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.
A planned clinic at Everest Base Camp will offer up to 1,000 free dental visits to Sherpas, Icefall Doctors, porters and other high-altitude workers during the 2027 climbing season.
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.
At Baghat Chowk, 100 school and college-going NCC cadets took part in AI-assisted dental screening on September 26, 2026. The programme also covered oral hygiene, nutrition and preventive care.
More than one billion people worldwide have experienced traumatic dental injuries. AIIMS experts say prevention, rapid first aid and clear referral pathways must reach schools, sports settings and communities.
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.
