People who worry about needing emergency dentistry could benefit from a new online dental health scoring feature.
Launched by the British Dental Health Foundation (BDHF) as part of National Smile Month, myDentalScore will give patients the chance to understand their dental health needs.
By carrying out a brief questionnaire, people will be given a set of scores revealing their chances of developing problems with their teeth and gums, as well as oral cancer risks.
Patients are also provided with a report that advises them on steps they should take to ensure they maintain strong and healthy teeth.
Chief executive of the BDHF Dr Nigel Carter said: "This software will benefit patients, who will see how their lifestyle, eating habits and other factors will impact on their oral health."
As part of the campaign, which starts on May 15th, patients have been advised to base meals around starchy foods and cut down on saturated fat and sugar in a bid to ensure good dental health.