Celebrate World Oral Health Day on March 20

Dental professionals in more than 70 countries will be “Celebrating Healthy Smiles” to mark World Oral Health Day on March 20. This annual celebration is an opportunity to highlight the benefits of good oral health, promote awareness of oral health issues, and emphasize the value of practicing good oral hygiene. The annual observance offers FDI World Dental Federation-member dental associations, schools, companies, and other groups the opportunity to celebrate the day with events organized under a single, unifying, and simple message. World Oral Health Day offers the global dental profession a platform to take action in a worldwide effort to reduce tooth decay. The observance is organized by the FDI World Dental Federation in collaboration with the American Dental Association, Listerine Mouthwash, Unilever Oral Care, Henry Schein Inc., and Wrigley Oral Healthcare Program. Those interested in celebrating World Oral Health Day are encouraged to organize events on March 20 or within the month of March. Downloadable materials are available from the World Oral Health Day website.