The Oral Health Podcast

Did you know there is as much plastic in some chewing gums as there is in a drinking straw? Nuud gum want to change that. Founder Keir sits down with us to talk about the mission of Nuud gum and the future of plant based chewing gums, as well as the innovation that has gone into their product. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visi...

Moving away from plastics and helping the planet All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is brushing your teeth so important for your overall health, and why is oral disease so common? Dr Louis Mackenzie from Oral B and Denplan is here talking about why we should all brush our teeth thoroughly and look at getting an electric brush. Listen to the last episode we did with Louis here. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders....

How does your heart health affect your mouth? All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The changes our bodies go through at the end of life or when suffering with a terminal illness affects our mouths in so many ways. Sue and Caty, nurses from Marie Curie's hospice in Bradford, spoke to us about what mouth care means at end of life and how they can support people at all stages. Thank you to  @mariecurieuk  for spending some time with us. Marie Curie Hospices help give care...

How are the mouth and the body linked? All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophie, Karen, and special guests Toby and Jake talk about child oral health including brushing and diet. Editor note: Regarding raisins, our key message is still that because they still contain sugar, it's best to have it after, or as part, of a meal, and not as a snack. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more...

Learn all about tongues and how important they are to your everyday life, as well as how to keep them clean. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn all about the difference between healthy and unhealthy gums in the latest episode of the oral health podcast. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Learn about the different types of teeth we have, how to care for them, and some fun facts you might not already know! Get involved with National Smile Month this year on social media and help us spread the message of better oral health. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics d...

International Nurses Day All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From HPV to Hepatitis, this World Immunisation Week, we are discussing vaccines' impact on our oral health. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does snoring do to your mouth? Did you know that snoring can actually contribute to oral health problems? Listen to this weeks episode to find out more. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast....

Learn about teeth grinding and jaw clenching this episode as part of Stress Awareness Month Further reading: NHS - Bruxism Stress management society - stress awareness month Stress management society - reduce stress in seven days All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed...

What can we do at Easter to have fun whilst avoiding chocolatey temptations? Further reading: English Heritage - Why do we eat eggs at Easter? Healthline: The health benefits of eggs All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestion...

All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there a link between endometriosis and oral health? We spoke to endometriosis sufferers to learn more about how the condition affects their oral health and talked about some studies linking endometriosis to gum disease. Want to learn more? Here are some studies on the topic for further reading: Periodontal disease and endometriosis: Analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surv...

Learn how dry mouth affects people and how to avoid it where possible. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ditching the fizz, sugar levels, acidity, and carbonated water All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad breath, food choices, and date night activities! Treat your oral health right this valentine's day. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What can we do to help people at the end of their life manage their oral health? Dental nurse Emma Riley joins Stacey McMaster from the Oral Health Foundation to discuss this at length. For more information, please visit Oral Health Foundation , Mouth Cancer Foundation , Macmillan and The Swallows . All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders...

Dental nurse Karen shares some information about managing your oral health when you have cancer, including diet, self-care, and long-lasting effects. All information shared in this podcast has been vetted by dental professionals and industry leaders. Visit our website for more information on any of the topics discussed in this podcast. Leave your podcast suggestions here . Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Karen and Sophie today are talking to a mouth cancer clinical oncologist to learn about what patients go through during their treatment. Miguel Reis Ferreira completed his medical degree and specialist training in Lisbon, Portugal. In 2011 he completed the doctoral programme for physicians sponsored by the Gulbenkian Foundation. He then completed his research at the Institute of Cancer Resear...

Jessica (name changed to protect her identity) is a young professional from Scotland and has come forward to share her experiences with at-home aligners. What was thought initially to be a quick and easy fix for a few crooked teeth quickly turned into a nightmare. Orthodontist and clinical member of the British Orthodontic Society joins us to discuss Jessica's story. For more information, visit ou...

More and more companies are offering dangerous at-home treatments to straighten your teeth, and so many are falling ill as a result. Today we're discussing exactly why you should stay clear of at-home aligners and share some patient stories. Next time we are going to have a guest orthodontist from the British Orthodontic Society where we will take a deep dive into one patient story which stuck out...