The story of 50 years

Smile Month has reached an important moment. It has been part of life in the UK for 50 years. What began as a simple public health message has grown into a national movement.
In the early years, the focus was clear. Help people understand how to care for their teeth and gums every day. At the time, many people only sought help when they had pain. The campaign worked to change that mindset.
Over five decades, the campaign has:

Reached millions of people with simple advice.

Helped families build healthy routines at home.

Supported dental teams to start important conversations.

Made smile care part of national wellbeing campaigns.

As society changed, so did the campaign. New foods and drinks became common. People’s lives became busier. Digital media changed how advice is shared. Smile Month adapted, finding new ways to stay relevant and practical.
Schools joined in to help children learn early. Workplaces began using the campaign as part of staff wellbeing. C… Source by Oral Health Foundation Read More

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