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.
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.
Philips has listed its most advanced Sonicare toothbrush on Amazon for $379.99. The handle maps areas of the mouth, gives real-time guidance and reports missed spots without requiring a phone.
Bleeding gums and loose teeth are not a normal part of ageing. Dr Prameetha George Ittycheria explains why brushing alone may miss plaque and how older adults can protect their oral health.
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.
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 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.
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.
A top dentist says adding water to your toothbrush before or after toothpaste can make brushing less effective and may put your oral health at risk.
A regular dental visit might reveal more about your heart than you expect. New research ties gum inflammation to heart risk, putting daily oral care on the front line.
Health workers in Khayelitsha are calling on older residents to build daily oral care habits and see a dentist before problems get worse. Prevention and nutrition were the main focus at a recent community session.
Alzheimer's speeds up oral health problems and makes dental care much harder. Spanish dental leaders warn that urgent, coordinated action is needed.
On National Love Teeth Day, Hong Kong's Department of Health launches a broad campaign to promote preventive dental care and expand services for all ages.
Oral health professionals in Namibia's Omusati region are taking dental education directly to communities, focusing on prevention and early detection during National Oral Health Awareness Week.
A surge in dental problems across Indonesia is forcing a rethink of oral health strategies as experts spotlight the crucial role of the oral microbiome.
A 2026 meta-analysis of 19 clinical studies found Oral-B iO technology outperformed other toothbrushes for removing plaque and reducing gingivitis, supporting the brand's claims of superior cleaning.
Over 2000 young children in Knowsley are now brushing their teeth daily under supervision at school, as a new NHS-backed programme aims to slash tooth decay and reduce extractions.
New research reveals how simple daily actions like flossing and social connection can dramatically influence your health as you age.
