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National Children’s Dental Health Month champions the importance of good oral hygiene for kids throughout February. This month-long observance, led by the American Dental Association, provides parents and educators with vital tools and resources. Take action this month: teach proper brushing, schedule dental check-ups, and make oral care fun for your children.
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National Children’s Dental Health Month timeline
The program is changed to a month-long celebration.
The ADA observes the first National Children’s Dental Health Day.
The ADA is founded by 26 dentists who meet in Niagara Falls, New York. The first president is William Henry Atkinson, a dentist from Cleveland and a pioneer in dental surgery.
National Children’s Dental Health Month FAQs
When is National Children’s Dental Health Month?
In 2027, this vital month-long observance takes place across February, offering a renewed national focus on pediatric dental care and preventative education for families.
How many children are affected by tooth decay?
Data from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry indicates that dental caries remains the most common chronic childhood disease, impacting millions of young Americans before they even reach adulthood.
What is the theme for National Children’s Dental Health Month?
For 2027, the ADA will likely introduce a theme designed to engage both children and parents in fun, actionable ways to improve oral health, building on previous years’ successes.
Why is fluoride important for children's teeth?
It plays a crucial role in pediatric dentistry by remineralizing weakened enamel and can even reverse early signs of cavities, effectively protecting young smiles from lasting damage.
National Children’s Dental Health Month Activities
Spread the word
The ADA and Crest + Oral B provide a comprehensive list of ways to publicize National Children's Dental Health Month. Parents might want to send a letter to the editor of their local newspaper or organize an event at their local elementary schools.
Work on arts and crafts projects with the kids
The ADA website (ada.org) has lots of fun things to do regarding National Children's Dental Health Month. You can even download puzzles and coloring pages for the kids directly from the site.
Brush and floss together
Make brushing and flossing a regular part of daily activities with your children. After all, kids learn best when they have an adult to show them the right way.
Why We Love National Children’s Dental Health Month
It's about more than just teeth
Teaching kids about good oral hygiene is vital to keeping them healthy. And by developing good habits in one area, it will be easier for kids to develop good habits in other areas of their lives.
It reminds us to floss, too
We can teach our kids to floss, thereby instilling a good habit early in life. But National Children's Dental Health Month also reminds parents to floss, too!
The poster is totally rad
The fun, colorful and vibrant poster for National Children's Dental Health Month showcases the "Tooth Team" and provides a few tips on dental hygiene.
National Children’s Dental Health Month dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | February 1 | Monday |
| 2028 | February 1 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | February 1 | Thursday |
| 2030 | February 1 | Friday |
| 2031 | February 1 | Saturday |
