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Every October, America’s ToothFairy celebrates Dental Hygiene Month with the My Smile Matters campaign—a movement to raise awareness about the importance of healthy smiles and empower families to build better oral health habits.
Why focus on smiles? Because children’s oral health affects far more than just their teeth—it impacts their ability to learn, their confidence, and even their overall health. Through this special series, we’re sharing practical tips, surprising insights, and resources every family can use to help kids grow up healthy and cavity-free.
Here are five powerful reasons why My Smile Matters—and why yours does, too.
Healthy teeth aren’t just about appearances. From baby teeth guiding permanent ones, to the way oral health impacts school performance and self-esteem, smiles play a major role in children’s development and success. Learn why protecting young smiles today builds brighter futures tomorrow.
Dental hygienists do far more than clean teeth. They build trust with kids, deliver preventive care in schools, and even spot serious health concerns like sleep problems, abuse, and mental health challenges. Discover the surprising ways hygienists keep kids healthy inside and out.
Baby teeth may be small, but their impact lasts a lifetime. This post shares essential tips for parents—from preventing bottle rot to making brushing fun, and why early dental visits matter. Healthy habits formed in childhood set the foundation for lifelong oral health.
Good oral health doesn’t just happen at the dentist’s office—it starts at home. Learn which drinks do the most damage, why baby teeth need treatment for cavities, and the best daily habits to protect your child’s smile. Simple steps like brushing, flossing, and smart food choices make all the difference. Learn more here.
Halloween may be fun, but it can also be frightening for your teeth. This post highlights the worst candies for your smile, better treat alternatives, and fun non-candy ideas for trick-or-treaters. End the month with a Halloween night checklist to keep “mouth monsters” away.
Every child deserves a healthy, confident smile—and every parent can help make that possible. By learning more about these five areas, you’ll gain the knowledge to prevent cavities, build healthy routines, and support your child’s lifelong wellbeing.
This Dental Hygiene Month, join us in spreading the word: every smile matters. Visit MySmileMatters.org for free education resources and a social media kit.
