Urgent dental access centres have helped more than 10,000 patients across north and West Cumbria with pain and other immediate dental needs.
The RCP's Future Healthcare Journal says doctors should assess oral health as part of routine care, citing links to wider disease and unequal access to NHS dentistry.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan has reached millions of Canadians, but the Canadian Dental Association says denied treatments, unexpected costs and uneven access still stand between coverage and care.
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.
The Western Cape has opened a R105 million community day centre in Ravensmead. The facility replaces an overstretched clinic and brings primary care, oral health and pharmacy services together.
A surge in dental and medical access is transforming Orcas Island as the Health Care District funds new clinics and community health initiatives.
