Save Your Tooth Month 2026: Four Months to Make History Together 

We are officially four months away from May 2026, and that means it’s time to move into full gear for Save Your Tooth Month. 

Building on the incredible momentum from last year, our grassroots advocacy campaign is charging forward stronger than ever. In 2025, we achieved record-breaking participation and historic wins, particularly in the number of Save Your Tooth Month proclamations secured through member outreach. Those successes proved what is possible when our members unite with a shared purpose and speak with one voice. 

Now, in 2026, we are raising the bar. 

Our Goal for 2026: Every State and Territory 

This year, our goal is ambitious and clear: for members to submit Save Your Tooth Month proclamation requests in every single U.S. state and territory. 

This matters because proclamation requests are the critical first step toward official recognition. When legislators formally recognize Save Your Tooth Month, they help amplify the importance of saving natural teeth and elevate oral health as a public health priority. These efforts also: 

• Increase public awareness of the value of endodontic care and the benefits of preserving natural teeth 

• Reinforce the role of endodontists as leaders in diagnosing and treating tooth pain and infection 

• Encourage better oral health habits—like brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits—that support overall health 

• Strengthen relationships with policymakers and expand our advocacy footprint nationwide 

How You Can Take Action Now 

We encourage all members to use the link below to find your respective state or territory and reach out to your local legislators to request a proclamation declaring May as Save Your Tooth Month. Each message helps build the momentum needed to secure recognition across the entire country. 

Last year’s results were powered by members taking action—and this year, we’re going all-in with the wins and energy from 2025 to make 2026 our biggest year yet.