06 JUNE 2024
New research by the Oral Health Foundation reveals the five most common oral health conditions affecting adults in the UK.
The data, collected as part of the charity’s National Smile Month campaign, shows more than three-in-four (76%) adults have experienced dental problems in the past year.
The Oral Health Foundation says these results show how common oral health problems are and that knowing more is a critical step for preventing them. During National Smile Month, the charity is helping everyone understand why good oral health is important and how you can take steps to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Dental experts have given advice on the five most common oral health problems, and how you can manage and prevent them.
Sensitive teeth
Suffering with sensitive teeth is the most common oral health problem in the UK, affecting more than one-in-three (35%) adults.
Often characterised by a sharp pain in your teeth, sensitivity often happens when you …
New research uncovers UK’s most common dental issues
