Avijit Banerjee

Avijit is Professor of Cariology & Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences (FoDOCS), King’s College London, UK and Hon. Consultant, Restorative Dentistry, Guy’s & St. Thomas’ Hospitals Foundation Trust, London, UK. He currently holds three international honorary chairs as well as being a member of the Board of Trustees of the UK Oral & Dental Research Trust (ODRT) & the Oral Health Foundation (UK).

In 2024, the UK British Dental Association bestowed upon him the John Tomes Medal, one of its most esteemed professional accolades, to honour his clinical academic and scientific services and achievements to the profession and the BDA.

Professor Banerjee holds the following senior national executive professional positions in the UK:

Honorary Consultant Advisor, Office of the Chief Dental Officer, England (2020-),
President, British Society of Oral & Dental Research (BSODR; 2025 – 2027),
Chair, Faculty of Dentists, College of General Dentistry (CGDent; 2024 - 27),
NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN) Oral & Dental Speciality Deputy National Lead, National Industry Lead, South London RRDN Lead (2021 - ).
Editor-in-Chief, British Dental Journal Portfolio (BDA & Springer Nature, 2024-).

Latest

Key opinion leaders reach an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use

A panel of leading dental experts has agreed an evidence-based consensus statement on the role of mouthwash as part of maintaining good oral health between dental appointments.
Oral Health: From Treatment to Prevention

This landmark report reflects on five decades of progress in oral health and looks ahead to the future of dentistry, prevention and public health in the UK.
Smile Month Prevention Pledge

Sign our Smile Month Prevention Pledge, to call for a healthier, fairer and more prevention-focused future.
Smile Month launches 50th campaign with nationwide Wall of Smiles celebration

The Oral Health Foundation is inviting people across the UK to share their smile and become part of a nationwide “Wall of Smiles” as Smile Month officially launches its 50th campaign today.

Professor Tim Newton

Professor Tim Newton has over 25 years of experience within dental sector as well as an extensive academic portfolio and is the president of the Oral Health Foundation.
Ben Atkins

Ben Atkins is the past president of the Oral Health Foundation. He is based in Manchester, is one of the charity's spokesmen and makes regular media appearances for us.
Dr Fiona Sandom

Fiona is a Fellow of the Faculty of Dental Trainers of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and of the College of General Dentistry, sits on the “Dental Update” Editorial Board, Clinical Advisory Board Member for Agilio, Dental Lead for Festival Medical Services and a member of the Tubules Foundation.
Soha Dattani

Soha is Head of Scientific Engagement at Johnson & Johnson. Soha brings a strong foundation as a Periodontist across NHS, private, hospital and specialist practice together with extensive experience in both R&D and the commercial areas of industry.
Andrew Hay

Andrew is Head of Operations - GC Team at The Co-op and our latest addition to the board of trustees at the Oral health Foundation.
Georgios Tsakos

George Tsakos is Professor in Dental Public Health at UCL and Honorary Consultant in Dental Public Health with the National Health Service (CNWL NHS Foundation Trust) and with the Department of Health and Social Care (Office for Health Improvement and Disparities).
Gemma Barker

Gemma Barker has dedicated more than 20 years to dentistry, working client side, publisher side, and for over 15 years as a Dental PR agency owner, Barker PR.
Jason Bunce

Jason began his career as a scientist with the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, subsequently transitioning to a successful international career in the supply chain sector.
Ian Waller

Ian is the Chief Technology Officer at Millbrook Healthcare, having previously served as CIO for Bupa Dental and Cromwell Hospital, and joined our Board of Trustees in 2024.

What to do after a tooth extraction

General advice about what to do after having teeth taken out. Includes what precautions you should take and things to avoid.
Burning mouth syndrome

Burning Mouth Syndrome can be an extremely uncomfortable condition which can have several potential causes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jaw problems and headaches

Learn about jaw issues, their causes, and treatments. Find out how bite problems impact teeth, gums, TMJ, muscles, and lead to headaches.
Cracked teeth

There are several ways in which your tooth can crack or break and it is important that you get it seen to as soon as possible.
Gum disease

Gum disease (gingivitis and periodontal disease) is swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth.
Lichen planus

Lichen planus is a disease which can affect the mouth and other areas of the body. Symptoms include white patches on the inside of the cheeks.