Mouth Cancer Action Month

Radio interviews for Mouth Cancer Action Month

2022

Bauer Network: Robert Powell

Bauer Network: Dr Carter

Pirate FM: David Withers

Gateway 97.8: Dr Carter

Marlow FM: Dr Carter and Robert Powell

Meriden FM: Dr Carter

2021

Capital FM Midlands: Rachel Parsons and Graeme Lloyd

BBC Radio Cornwall: David Withers and Catherine Rutland

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.

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Laura Marston
Charlotte Webster-Salter
Sinead Marland

Mouth cancer impact Sinead's in a number of ways, but they weren't all bad. Read her inspiring story below.
Sarah Davies

Sarah Davies from Coventry endured a long process to get her mouth cancer diagnosed. She is now cancer free but has been left with 'lockjaw' following treatment.
Kevin Parnham

Kevin Parnham from Risley in Derby was diagnosed with tongue cancer in 2018. Despite this, he hasn't it let mouth cancer get in the way of his life.
Carole Moors

Carole, from Dorset, hopes that by sharing her story she can encourage people to take mouth cancer more seriously.
Karen Liesching-Schroder

The story of an avid runner who is using her shock diagnosis to raise awareness of mouth cancer.
Paul Roebuck

Psychotherapist Paul was on holiday with his wife in Las Vegas and woke up with blood in his mouth. He decided to get checked out by his dentist, who immediately knew something was seriously wrong.
Stephanie Leach

Stephanie's story should serve as a reminder that mouth cancer can sadly affect all of us. Even if you don't fall into any of the risk factors, you should still be aware of the warning signs.
Laura Taylor

"Age is just a number, I’m 23 a non-smoker and don’t drink yet I still got the mouth cancer, it only takes 45 seconds to check your mouth, DO IT!! I was only 23, I should be hearing about my son’s day at nursery, not cancer."

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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.

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