Gum Health Day is an initiative of the European Federation of Periodontology to involve as many national societies as possible in promoting periodontal health. This year’s slogan is “Fighting Periodontal Disease Together”.
As part of the British Society of Periodontology’s Strategic Plan, to engage with the public and raise awareness of the importance of periodontal health, this year’s Gum Health Day campaign will focus on raising awareness among people with diabetes of their increased risk of periodontal disease. The campaign is a joint venture between the British Society of Periodontology (BSP) and diabetes.co.uk.
All healthcare professionals are encouraged to participate in this campaign, by various means, including talking to patients, colleagues and friends, and publicising the campaign through websites and newsletters and on social media (#gumhealthuk).
Further information will be available during the week leading up to Gum Health Day on the BSP website.
