Dear Colleagues and Friends,
As we approach World Orthodontic Health Day on May 15, I would like to sincerely thank you for your continued dedication and for your commitment to strengthening our global WFO community.
This year’s theme, “Beyond Straight Teeth,” powerfully reminds us, and the public, that orthodontics is far more than an aesthetic pursuit. Our specialty plays a fundamental role in health and function, while also enhancing self-confidence, psychosocial well-being, and overall quality of life.
I warmly encourage each of you to share this message within your national societies, universities, clinics, and local communities as we come together to mark this important global initiative.
Let us speak with one clear and unified voice:
“Orthodontics goes beyond straight teeth — it helps people live better lives.”
Please watch:
- My official World Orthodontic Health Day video message.
- The WFO Executive Committee video, featuring colleagues from across our global community.
Campaign resources:
All WFO materials, including logos, posters, social media content, email templates, press resources, videos, and ideas for local celebrations, are available here:
Resources
I thank you sincerely for your ongoing efforts to communicate clear, evidence-based messages worldwide and for your unwavering service to our profession and our patients.
Letizia Perillo
President
World Federation of Orthodontists
