Smile MonthBetween 11 May and 11 June 2026, 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 is our biggest year yet as we get ready to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Smile Month, and we need your smiling faces to make it happen. Join our Smile Wall using the buttons below. See our online wall Add your smile There are lots of different activities you can take part in for Smile Month. Have a look at the full list here. Take part The Smile Wall About the campaign What is Smile Month? History of the campaign Why it matters today Who takes part 50 years of smiles The story of 50 years How smiles have changed Half a century of healthy smiles Our vision for the next 50 Why smiles matter Better oral health Confidence & wellbeing Social and life impact Everyday quality of life Who's behind it Oral Health Foundation Our sponsors Take part Activities For dental teams For schools & youth groups In workplaces For families and communities View all Downloads Logo & email signature Social media Digital guides Learning resources Facts and talking points For dental professionals (DCPs) Shop Fundraising Donate Set up your fundraising page Fundraising ideas Taking action Wall of Smiles Sign the Prevention Pledge Your oral health Daily habits Brushing basics Cleaning between teeth Why mouthwash matters Diet Diet and oral health Best tooth-friendly foods Foods and drinks to avoid The impact of sugar The role of hydration Children's teeth First teeth School years Teen habits Making brushing fun All ages Young adults Adults Older adults Changes to watch for Common mistakes Brushing too hard Rinsing with water Grazing all day Ignoring bleeding gums Oral Health Foundation Home Digital guides Discover our comprehensive series of digital guides designed to improve your oral health. Whether you’re looking to improve your brushing technique, learn about interdental cleaning, or explore tips for maintaining healthy gums, our guides cover it all. Download them today and take a step toward a brighter, healthier smile! Laying the Foundation of Oral Health in Children An overview of good oral hygienic practices in children from birth to 12 years of age. Sponsored by Oral-B. Click here to download the full guide Digital guides from previous years Here is an archive of the different digital guides we have produced. Healthy Mouth, Healthy You This is our latest digital guide, created alongside the wonderful EMS. Oral health and systemic disease Taking care of your oral health is about more than your mouth. Getting children interested in oral health It is not always easy, but it is essential to help your little ones build healthy habits which last a lifetime. Digital Guide to Healthy Gums We teamed up with Corsodyl toothpaste, to give you some great tips for healthier gums. Digital Guide to Better Brushing It’s so simple. Twice daily toothbrushing is the most important thing you can do for your smile Digital Guides to Dental Erosion By learning about the effects of dental erosion, as well as how to spot and manage it, we can make healthier choices. Infographic: Sustainable Oral Health Products We teamed up with TePe to look at some of the most interesting stats when it comes to our toothbrushes, and what they may be doing to our planet. Infographic: Interdental Cleaning Are the UK’s oral health habits really something to smile about? Here’s what our research says about how British adults are caring for their smile. Manage Cookie Preferences