many people fail to realise the poor state of their oral health.

Many Brits are “nonchalant” about the state of their teeth and this has been reflected in a recent poll.

Dentistry IQ reported the British Dental Health Foundation (BDHF) has carried out a survey that showed 60 per cent of Brits have no issues with their oral health, yet other research reveals that more than half of the adult population is suffering from teeth and gum problems.

Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the BDHF, says: “National Smile Month is all about educating people on how to make the best of their smile.”

He added that the situation has improved in recent years, as 35 years ago, one in three people over the age of 16 had no natural teeth.

Earlier this month, the BDHF issued advice for people regarding their oral health and stated that people should brush twice daily to ensure they can keep their teeth for their whole life.