Smokers worried about needing emergency dentistry could be interested to hear news of a new oral health scheme in Derby.
To mark the British Dental Health Foundation's (BDHF's) National Smile Month campaign, ten local dentists have signed up to the NHs Fresh Start initiative, Dentistry.co.uk reports.
Dental patients who wish to stop smoking will be given the opportunity to receive referrals to the scheme from members of oral hygiene staff at their practice.
Addressing the link between cigarettes and a number of dental health issues, experts throughout the county are being invited to get involved.
Participating dentist Conor Donogan acknowledged that smokers are more likely to develop gum disease.
He said: "The commonest cause of gum disease currently in the UK is smoking.
"Gum disease is still the commonest reason why people lose their teeth."
The BDHF has encouraged dental practices to get involved with National Smile Month to promote healthy teeth and gums throughout the country.