DHW25 Digital and Web Assets
Gum disease specialist, Dr Wendy Gill, talks with host Nina Drakalovic about gum disease. This episode focuses on periodontitis, a severe type of gum disease that damages the bones and…
Please note: This is an archived event for the 2025 Dental Health week
Dental Health Week (DHW) is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health campaign.
This year’s DHW campaign (4-10 August), focuses on the importance of children’s oral health milestones, educating parents and caregivers about what they need to do to help their kids “reach every S-milestone", taking them on a journey from birth through their initial teeth ... and beyond.
Dental Health Week 2025 (4-10 August)
This year’s DHW campaign (4-10 August), focuses on the importance of children’s oral health milestones, educating parents and caregivers about what they need to do to help their kids “reach every S-milestone", taking them on a journey from birth through their initial teeth ... and beyond.
The core messaging of the campaign will reinforce these key elements of good oral healthcare:
Brushing twice per day using a fluoride toothpaste.
Cleaning in between teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes.
Eating a nutritious diet, low in sugar.
Seeing your dentist regularly.
DHW Resources
Please note: These resources are for the 2025 Dental Health Week event. Please refer to 2026 event webpage for the most up-to-date materials.
Spread the word! Get involved in Dental Health Week and help promote good paediatric oral healthcare. We've created a range of eye-catching resources below, which can be used in Dental practices, online, or out in the community.
We would love to see what you get up to for Dental Health Week 2025! Please share any photos and event descriptions or send any enquiries to [email protected].
Use of these resources are subject to our terms and conditions. ADA consents to the use of these resources and it logo on the basis that the resources retain the Teeth.org.au and ADA logo and otherwise remain unaltered. By downloading the resources you agree to this. For any other use of the Teeth.org.au and ADA logo, prior approval from ADA is required.
DHW25 Digital and Web Assets
DHW25 Display
DHW25 DHW Logos
DHW25 Poster A4
DHW25 T-shirt Design
DHW25 Social Tiles
DHW25 Powerpoint Template
DHW25 Poster A3
2024 campaign highlights: Our members on the front line
Right across the country our members stepped up and showed real commitment - volunteering their time individually, as part of their clinic teams, or through ADA Branch-led events. The result? A powerful show of community spirit and impact for the Australian public during the 2024 Dental Health Week.
Children Factsheets
Children's oral health factsheets can be downloaded and printed for free.
See the full range of factsheets and translated factsheets (available in English, Arabic, Vietnamese, Chinese Traditional, Greek and Punjabi).
First dental visits
Tips for first dental visits
Sugary Drinks
Protecting your teeth from sugary drinks.
Food and drinks for children
Tips for tooth-friendly snacking
Watch Your Mouth podcast
Listen to and share our latest podcast episodes on children’s oral health released as part of Dental Health Week. These short episodes focus on children’s first dental visit and maintaining a healthy mouth.
Gum disease specialist, Dr Wendy Gill, talks with host Nina Drakalovic about gum disease. This episode focuses on gingivitis. They talk about what it is, how you can develop it,…
Dr Matthew Hopcraft joins the Watch Your Mouth podcast to talk about sugar and how it causes tooth decay. Hear which sugars can cause tooth decay and how you can…
Ali McAleese joins the Watch Your Mouth podcast to discuss sugary drinks. She provides advice on what drinks are classified as a sugary drink, making good drink choices for your…
Dr Norah Ayad talks teeth whitening with Helen Hayes. Dr Ayad answers Helen's questions about whitening teeth while pregnant and/or breastfeeding, what age people can start teeth whitening and how…
Associate Professor Laurie Walsh chats with Helen Hayes about teeth whitening in the Australian Dental Association’s Watch Your Mouth podcast. They chat about what causes teeth to become dark or…
Host Jimmy Rees chats with specialist orthodontist Dr Nour Tarraf about when your child should first see an orthodontist. Understanding what to look out for and when seeing an orthodontist…
Paediatric dentist, Dr Narisha Chawla, chats with host Jimmy Rees providing advice on caring for the oral health of anxious children and children with additional needs.
Paediatric Dietician, Dr Kyla Smith, sits down with host Jimmy Rees to provide advice on nutritious and tooth-friendly foods and drinks. As well as a few tips for picky eaters.
Host Jimmy Rees chats with paediatric dentist Dr Mihiri Silva to discuss first dental visits and child tooth decay.
Host Jimmy Rees chats with Dr Kareen Mekertichian, a paediatric dentist, about how to look after the oral health of infants and young children.
Host Jimmy Rees chats with Dr Philippa Sawyer, a paediatric dentist, as they discuss factors that can affect tooth development in growing babies.
In this podcast we look at healthy teeth and brushing with Jill and Tim.
Welcome to episode 1 of Watch Your Mout. This episode is the first of an eight-part series based on pregnancy, infant and child oral health care with host Jimmy Rees,…
Volunteers & Educators
Thank you to all our Volunteers and Educators.
Resources for educators
Are you an educator or teacher looking to discuss dental health during Dental Health Week? Below are resources that are free to download and use.
The ADA created the Guardians of the Gums story book and lessons together with SugarByHalf and Cool Australia. These lessons are for early childhood to grade 3 and are aligned with the national curriculum. These are free to access through Cool Australia.
The story is free to access as an e-book in the full version and shorted 'early learning version,' while the hardcopy can be purchased. Access these below.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
Keep your smile for life
Brush teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
Clean between your teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes.
Eat a healthy, balanced diet and limit added sugar intake.
Visit the dentist regularly for check-ups and preventive care.
Thank you to our supports and sponsors
The Australian Dental Association extends its appreciation to its Colgate-Palmolive for their invaluable commitment and support.
