Between 12 May and 12 June 2025, the Oral Health Foundation will raise awareness of important oral health issues.
Join the nation's biggest oral health campaign and help bring a smile to millions of people.
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A range of resources for supporting National Smile Month. Read more
A balanced diet, rich in probiotics and nutrients, supports both gut and oral health, helping reduce the risk of gum disease, cavities, and bad breath. Read more
Regular consumption of acidic foods and drinks can weaken enamel, leading to sensitivity and decay, but simple habits can help protect your teeth from long-term damage. Read more
This guide explores the best dairy and non-dairy sources of calcium for strong, healthy teeth, highlighting their benefits and easy ways to include them in your diet. Read more
Making smart snack choices can help protect your teeth from decay, strengthen enamel, and keep your smile healthy - without giving up delicious treats. Read more
For National Smile Month 2025, we’re focusing on the powerful connection between diet and oral health with our theme, Feed Your Smile. Read more
Staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining oral health, as drinking water helps wash away food particles, neutralise acids, prevent dry mouth, and strengthen teeth, ultimately promoting a fresher breath and healthier smile. Read more
Sugar, including hidden sugars in everyday foods, weakens enamel and contributes to cavities and gum disease; reducing sugar intake and being mindful of food labels can help protect your teeth. Read more
Certain foods and drinks, including sugary snacks, fizzy drinks, and acidic fruits, can harm your teeth by weakening enamel and causing cavities; making smarter choices and following protective habits can help preserve your oral health. Read more
Eating nutrient-rich foods like dairy, crunchy fruits and vegetables, leafy greens, and fatty fish can strengthen your teeth, protect gums, and keep your smile healthy and bright for years to come. Read more
A balanced diet rich in key nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin C plays a vital role in maintaining strong teeth, healthy gums, and a beautiful smile, while poor eating habits can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Read more
Here are just a few things that you can download and use to promote National Smile Month. We’ll be adding more free downloads to this area so that you can support us throughout the month so keep coming back. Read more
During National Smile Month, we partnered with Boots to improve education around children's oral health. Read more
National Smile Month is the perfect time to be taking control of your oral health. Here are five top tips for saving money while not comprising the health Read more
With our Smiley, you will find it impossible not to show your smile behind it. More than half a million of you have used them over the years. It’s simple fun, and educational too. Read more
Take part in National Smile Month by entering one of our competitions - there's something for everyone and we hope we can raise a smile! Read more
Stuck for inspiration? Have a look at our A-Z of fundraising ideas for National Smile Month. Read more
A sponsored swim, run or cycle never fails to capture the imagination of everyone around you which spurs you on to do as well as you can. Read more
Mud runs have become an extremely popular alternative to the traditional marathon. They are a great day out for friends and you will be sure to have lots of good stories to tell by the end of it. Read more
If so then why not do something a little out of the ordinary. A sponsored skydive, abseil or anything else that comes to mind is a great way of raising funds. Read more
Get together with your work colleagues and see how much you can raise with some of these fun activities. Read more
Here are our top tips for great oral health. Read more
One of the most important aspects of a great oral health routine is brushing with a fluoride toothpaste twice daily, once last thing at night and at least one other time during the day. Read more
What you eat and drink can have a big impact on the health of your mouth. Read more
Good oral health has many benefits, not only for your mouth but your overall wellbeing too. Read more
We’ve partnered with The Health Nutritionist to provide you with some information on how diet can boost your oral health. Read more
Have you ever wondered which foods could help keep you away from dental interventions? Daniela from Health Nutritionist explains her top ten foods to keep your dentist happy. Read more
Have a look at some fun ways you can help with your friends and family to fundraise for National Smile Month. Read more
National Smile Month is all about championing the benefits of having great oral health. Read more
Kenvue, the makers of LISTERINE®, are delighted to sponsor National Smile Month, in support of the nation’s oral health. Read more
We will be working alongside Haleon to provide vital information on gum health and acid erosion. Read more
Oral-B is one of our most longstanding partners. We have been together for more than a decade and it’s because we share exactly the same values of prevention and education. Read more
For the active ones among you, why not set yourself a physical challenge to conquer for National Smile Month. Read more
Need some motivation to kick a bad habit to the curb? Look no further. Read more
Hosting your very own Virtual Quiz can be a fun way to entertain people in your local community and raise money for a great cause at the time. Read more
Both Wrigley and ourselves believe in taking education right to the heart of local communities. We also recognise the importance which diet plays in our oral health and wellbeing. Read more
Every donation we receive goes directly towards improving people’s quality of life through better oral health. Every penny helps support our campaigns, programmes and charitable work. We thank you for your generous support. Read more
Check out the activities and events you can get involved with for National Smile Month 2025. Read more
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We have some fantastic National Smile Month digital resources you can use to promote great oral health online. Read more
We still have a long way to go to address oral health issues across the country and National Smile Month can help us address some of the key issues. Read more
As an entirely self-funded charity, we rely on your generous support to continue this important mission of bringing better oral health to all. Read more
Get the most out of your fundraising efforts by creating a page on our website for your activity. Read more
Supporting National Smile Month is a great for team building. It also helps us to improve people's oral health. Read more
The two minute challenge is great fun and perfect for schools, colleges, workplaces and community groups. In fact, anywhere there are working groups of people. Read more
The Brushathon is an event which has roots right to the beginning of National Smile Month. It’s not only perfect to get schools and groups of children involved but it’s great fun for adults in the workplace too. Read more