National Smile MonthBetween 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. This year the theme for National Smile Month is Feed Your Smile. Find out more Take part About National Smile Month Key messages National Smile Month 2025 Our partners Your oral health Top tips How to clean your teeth Diet and your oral health Oral health & general wellbeing Statistics Feed your smile Diet and a healthy smile Top food tips Smart snacking Hydration and oral health Top dairy foods The gut health link How sugar affects your smile Acidic foods and drinks The worst foods and drinks for your teeth Take part The Smiley Things to do Activities for professionals Activities for schools Fundraising Downloads Shop National Smile Month 2025 For National Smile Month 2025, we’re focusing on the powerful connection between diet and oral health with our theme, Feed Your Smile. Your diet plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy, beautiful smile, and we want to help you make smart choices that promote oral health every day. What we'll be talking about Why a balanced diet, hydration, and healthy snacks contribute to strong, bright teeth by enhancing enamel, protecting gums, and preventing tooth decay. How reducing sugar intake helps maintain good oral health and prevent long-term dental issues. Why dairy products, gut health, and specific foods can strengthen teeth, while sugary, acidic, and processed foods should be limited to avoid damage to your oral health. The importance of a good oral health routine While diet plays a key role in oral health, having a consistent and effective oral health routine is equally important. We’ll remind you of the basics of a good daily oral health routine: Twice daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste. Cleaning between your teeth with interdental brushes or floss. Using a fluoride mouthwash. Visiting your dentist regularly. This combination of healthy habits and a balanced diet will help you combat the effects of food and drink on your teeth and gums, keeping your smile bright and healthy for years to come. Get involved & learn more Explore our website to discover more about how diet affects oral health and get tips for building a healthy daily oral health routine. Together, let’s feed our smiles and make a positive impact on oral health during National Smile Month 2025! Manage Cookie Preferences