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Save Your Tooth Month 2026: Preserving Natural Teeth

This May, the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) will launch its Save Your Tooth Month 2026 initiative, a nationwide campaign designed to raise awareness about the significance of preserving natural teeth through specialized dental care. As tooth preservation has a direct impact on overall health and quality of life, the campaign seeks to educate the public on the value of endodontic treatment, often through root canal procedures performed by trained professionals.

Community Engagement

On May 12, AAE will hold a community event at its Chicago headquarters, where staff and leadership will prepare 2,000 tooth care kits for underprivileged children in the Chicagoland area. This initiative is in collaboration with Chicago Mobile Care, which strives to provide no-cost medical and preventative services to low-income families using mobile clinics. Together, both organizations aim to increase access to vital oral health resources for the underserved populations.

Ken Widelka, Executive Director of AAE, emphasizes, "Saving a tooth is not just about dental aesthetics; it is about preserving overall health and wellbeing. This month is dedicated to promoting dental health and highlighting how crucial endodontic treatments are."

Media Outreach

Adding to the event, AAE President Dr. Craig Noblett will participate in a media tour throughout Chicago on May 13, engaging with approximately 20 news outlets nationally. He aims to stress the importance of saving teeth, referencing recent survey data indicating that nearly 69% of Americans prioritize saving their natural teeth, with 78% willing to do almost anything to avoid losing one. This robust public sentiment underscores the lofty goal of the initiative: changing perceptions about dental health and enhancing public engagement.

Sponsorship and Support

The campaign is proudly supported by Sonendo, the exclusive sponsor of Save Your Tooth Month. Known for developing the GentleWave System, a cutting-edge endodontic technology, Sonendo is committed to helping endodontists save natural teeth through innovative techniques. Bjarne Bergheim, President & CEO of Sonendo, states, "Our mission is entrenched in saving teeth and restoring health. Supporting AAE and Save Your Tooth Month is our contribution towards raising awareness about the importance of dental preservation and ensuring timely care for patients."

The Role of Endodontists

Endodontists are dental specialists trained specifically to tackle tooth pain and restore dental health through procedures like root canals. Their expertise enables them to save teeth that might otherwise need extraction, emphasizing the notion that with appropriate care and timely intervention, natural teeth can be maintained throughout one's life.

Throughout May, the AAE is actively encouraging the public to understand the benefits of preserving natural teeth, adopt preventive dental care practices, and reach out to dental specialists when issues arise. AAE members will provide resources and education to empower patients to prioritize their oral health effectively.

For more details on Save Your Tooth Month 2026 and how to get involved, visit aae.org/saveteeth and engage on social media with the hashtag #SYTM2026.