For 50 years, Smile Month has helped shape the way people think about oral health. What began as Smile ’77 has grown into one of the UK’s most recognised oral health campaigns, supporting millions of people to understand the importance of healthier habits, prevention and regular dental care.
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.
About the report
Oral Health: From Treatment to Prevention explores how oral health has changed since the 1970s, from a system largely focused on pain, repair and treatment, towards one increasingly shaped by prevention, public health policy and a stronger understanding of the links between oral and general health.
The report highlights major improvements in oral health over the last half-century, including the impact of fluoride toothpaste, public education, clinical advances and population-level prevention.
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