Have a Holiday Idea? Submit and Get It Voted In!
Submit & Vote
.svg)
Make World Oral Health Day count - brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, and visit the dentist every 6 months for a healthy smile!
Get ready to celebrate World Oral Health Day on March 20! This annual global event was created in 2013 by the FDI World Dental Federation to raise awareness of the importance of oral health and hygiene around the world. It's a great day for people everywhere to make an effort towards bettering their dental hygiene habits, while also learning more about how they can stay healthy.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration of World Oral Health Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FDI World Dental Federation creates World Oral Health Day to raise global awareness about the importance of oral health and hygiene.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first global celebration of World Oral Health Day took place, with various countries participating in awareness campaigns and events.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Theme: Smile for Life!</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first ever theme for World Oral Health Day, 'Smile for Life!', was introduced to highlight the lifelong benefits of good oral care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Theme: It all starts here. Healthy mouth. Healthy body.</div><div class='timeline-text'>The theme emphasized the link between oral health and overall health, inspiring people to take care of their mouth to maintain well-being.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Theme: Say Ahh: Think Mouth, Think Health</div><div class='timeline-text'>FDI introduced this theme to further emphasize that oral health is integral to general health and well-being.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Theme: Say Ahh: Unite for Mouth Health</div><div class='timeline-text'>The theme signified global unity towards achieving better oral health for everyone and understanding that a healthy mouth leads to a healthy body.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Brush your teeth</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to brush your teeth twice a day - morning and night - to keep your mouth clean and healthy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Floss daily</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Flossing helps prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues. Make sure you floss at least once each day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat healthy snacks</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Snacking on fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods can help keep your teeth in top shape.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the dentist regularly</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to schedule regular visits with the dentist for checkups and cleanings to ensure good oral hygiene.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about proper oral health care and how to keep your mouth healthy.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Good oral health helps your overall health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for good overall health. Research has shown that problems with the teeth and gums can lead to serious health issues such as stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and even dementia. So it's definitely worth investing in your dental care!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Good oral health improves your confidence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having healthy teeth and a beautiful smile can go a long way in boosting your confidence. Being able to show your pearly whites without worrying about bad breath or crooked teeth will make social situations much easier. Plus, it makes photos all the better!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Good oral health prevents costly problems down the road</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Investing in preventive dental care now can save you money down the road. Regular checkups can help prevent more serious - and expensive - problems like cavities and gum disease in the future. So don't neglect your oral hygiene - it could save you some serious cash!</p></div></div>
World Oral Health Day is celebrated on March 20 every year. In 2024 World Oral Health Day will occur on a Wednesday.
2023
Mar 20
Monday
2024
Mar 20
Wednesday
2025
Mar 20
Thursday
2026
Mar 20
Friday
2027
Mar 20
Saturday
.svg){kind=small}
.svg){kind=small}
