For National & Regional Associations
Celebrate World Orthodontic Health Day on May 15— A World of Smiles — with your members, colleagues, and community.
World Orthodontic Health Day, observed every May 15, unites orthodontic professionals, patients, and the public to highlight the importance of proper alignment and oral health.
Organized by the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO), it’s a global call to celebrate the power of orthodontic treatment in improving people’s well-being, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Why it Matters
Overall Well-Being
A properly aligned bite reduces oral health complications and boosts self-esteem.
Global Unity
By joining this event, you’re part of a worldwide movement that empowers individuals to prioritize their orthodontic health.
Annual Theme
A World of Smiles – this year we highlight how healthier smiles can create ripple effects in families and communities.
Core Values
WOHD emphasizes several key themes and messages:
Health
Promoting the importance of orthodontic health in overall well-being.
Wellness
Highlighting the benefits of specialist-provided orthodontic care for long-term wellness.
Happiness
Celebrating the joy that a healthy smile brings to individuals.
Caring
Showcasing the dedication and care provided by orthodontic specialists.
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Unity
Demonstrating how the field of orthodontics brings together orthodontic specialty-educated professionals and patients from around the world.
Excellence
Committing to the highest standards of specialty orthodontic practice.
Beauty
Appreciating the aesthetic benefits of orthodontic treatment.
How You Can Participate in WOHD
Celebrate in Your Association
- Host Local Events: Encourage your member practices to organize free screenings, educational workshops, or fun-themed gatherings that highlight the importance of orthodontic care. These community-focused events help spread awareness and foster stronger patient relationships.
- Promote WOHD: Remind your members to prominently feature WOHD materials in their offices—whether through posters, digital displays, or quick informational handouts. By sharing key messages about orthodontic health, they’ll inspire patients and the wider community to appreciate the far-reaching benefits of a healthy smile.
Social Media Challenge
- Post on Social Media: Use the hashtag #WOHD2025 and #AWorldOfSmiles to celebrate your practice’s efforts in promoting WOHD. Tag @worldfederationoforthodontists to amplify your message globally.
- Share Patient Transformations: Showcase before-and-after photos, success stories, or orthodontic care tips.
Download the WOHD Toolkit
- Access the Toolkit: Provide your members with a comprehensive set of resources—including posters, social media templates, and press releases—designed for World Orthodontic Health Day. All materials can be co-branded with both your association’s logo and your members’ practice logos, ensuring a unified look as you collectively raise awareness and celebrate orthodontic health.
Resources for Your Association
As an affiliatie association, you have exclusive access to these resources to help promote WOHD and engage your patients:
Posters & Postcards
Download WOHD 2025 posters ready for printing and displaying in your practice. Customize them with your practice logo and local details to help raise awareness about WOHD in your practice and community.
Social Media Graphics
Get your ready-to-share graphics for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and help your practice spread the word about WOHD by sharing posts, countdowns, and engaging images.
Email Content
Pre-written, customizable email templates will streamline patient outreach so you can invite them to participate in WOHD events or special offers.
Press Releases
Our press release templates will help you promote WOHD in your community via local media outlets such as newspapers, radio, and TV.
Video Concepts
Showcase your practice’s participation in WOHD with these ideas for short video content, like patient testimonials or “behind the scenes” content.
Celebration Ideas
Get a list of fun ideas to celebrate WOHD in your practice or community, such as hosting a “Smile Contest” or organizing a patient appreciation event. Get creative and engage your patients and staff in a meaningful way!
Patient & Community Landing Page
We’re excited to introduce our brand-new Community & Patient-Facing Landing Page, designed specifically to help you connect with patients, families, and the broader community. This page offers engaging, accessible information that highlights the importance of orthodontic health and celebrates the transformative impact of a great smile—making it a powerful tool to share with your patients and social networks.
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Straightforward Patient Education
Simplified explanations of orthodontic care, written in approachable language. -
Engaging Visuals & Downloads
Eye-catching graphics, downloadable flyers, and fact sheets that reinforce positive oral health habits. -
Community-Building Resources
Tips and ideas for local events and online activities that invite your community to participate. -
Shareable Social Media Content
Pre-made social posts and hashtags to help you easily spread the word about orthodontic awareness. -
Inspiration & Success Stories
Heartwarming testimonials and stories that highlight the real-life impact of orthodontic treatment.
About Us
The World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO)
The World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) is the leading global organization dedicated to promoting orthodontic health and improving the quality of life through orthodontic care. WFO unites orthodontic professionals from all over the world to ensure that orthodontic treatments are accessible and provided to the highest standard, benefiting patients across the globe.
As part of our mission, we organize World Orthodontic Health Day each year, bringing attention to the life-changing benefits of orthodontics and encouraging communities to join together to raise awareness.
Contact Us
For any inquiries or if you need further assistance with resources, please reach out to the WFO team.
