Click Calendar Dates Below
National Smile Month (May 17, 2024-June 17, 2024)
National Dairy Month
National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month
Global Day of Parents (June 1)
Parenthood is very challenging, so in 2012, the United Nations created the Global Day of Parents to express appreciation for parents and all the struggles associated with raising productive, ethical children.
- Have members of your team share inspirational memories about their parents.
- Organize a raffle for parents in your practice. The winner receives a dinner certificate from a local restaurant.
- Post an uplifting quote about parenthood.
- “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” –Frederick Douglass
- “Children are educated by what the grown-up is and not by his talk.” –Carl Jung
- “Children are apt to live up to what you believe of them.” –Lady Bird Johnson
- “When a man dies, if he can pass enthusiasm along to his children, he has left them an estate of incalculable value.” –Thomas Edison
- Create a collage of photos that features your dental team with their parents.
- Share the video below.
National I Love My Dentist Day (June 2)
Dentists do so much more than fix teeth. Because 90% of diseases show symptoms in the mouth, dentists are often the first to notice health issues. On this social media date, we recognize their efforts to not only keep our smiles bright but to keep our entire bodies healthy as well.
- Create a post that explains how dentists discover health issues during oral exams.
- Get a special gift for the dentist and snap a picture for social media.
- Share some dentist trivia: Paul Revere and John Henry Holliday (or “Doc” Holliday) were dentists.
- Have some of your younger patients draw a picture of the dentist and explain why dentists are important. Share the drawings on social media.
- Have the dentist share some thoughts about dentistry, including ways to pursue dental school.
- Take a fun selfie with the Dr. and your dental team.
- Use the following hashtags: #dentist #dentistday #dentistsday #nationaldentistday #nationalilovemydentistday
- Share one of the videos below.
National Cancer Survivor’s Day (June 2)
Most people have been affected by cancer in some way, and many people know a cancer survivor. Your 2024 June social media calendar is a good way to celebrate people who have survived cancer and to encourage those who are currently battling the disease.
- Reinforce the importance of oral cancer screenings and early detection.
- Raise money for the American Cancer Society.
- Share some cancer statistics and an encouraging message of hope.
- Find an appropriate quote that captures the essence of survival and determination.
- “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” –Japanese Proverb
- “Never give in! Never give in! Never, never, never, never-in nothing great or small, large or petty. Never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense.” –Winston Churchill
- “There’s only one way to succeed in anything, and that is to give it everything.” –Vince Lombardi
- “Never give up, for this is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” –Harriet Beecher Stowe
- Post text: “Most people have been impacted by cancer in some way. Perhaps a family member, friend, or coworker battled the disease. Today is a time to recognize those who survived their struggle and now stand as a symbol of hope.”
- Use oral cancer hashtags in your posts and the following: #cancersurvivor #cancersurvivors #cancersurvivorsday #nationalcancersurvivorsday #survivingcancer
- Share the graphic below.
National Cheese Day (June 4)
Cheese is one of the most popular foods, but did you know that it’s actually good for your oral health? Today is a good time to illustrate how cheese protects teeth from decay.
- Bring cheese to work for your dental team and get some fun pictures for social media.
- Create a post that explains how the calcium in cheese helps strengthen tooth enamel.
- Ask your followers to share their favorite types of cheese in the comments.
- Provide some cheese trivia:
- Macaroni and cheese is the most popular American cheese recipe.
- Cheese comes in over 2,000 varieties.
- The cheese-making process was discovered 7,000 years ago.
- 10 pounds of milk are required to produce 1 pound of cheese.
- Post text: “Many people enjoy eating cheese, but did you know that this delicious food is actually good for your oral health? That’s right, cheese contains calcium, which strengthens tooth enamel and prevents tooth decay! Do you have a favorite cheese? If so, let us know in the comments!”
- Use the following hashtags: #calcium #cheese #cheeseday #nationalcheeseday
- Share one of the videos below.
D-Day (June 6)
Throughout history, there have been times when tyrannical regimes sought to impose their will on neighboring people. D-Day recognizes the sacrifices of those who, in 1944, landed in Normandy, France, to liberate Europe from the Nazis.
- Share a brief history of D-Day with a visual (image or video).
- Post a picture and bio of a soldier who fought on D-Day and express your thanks.
- Hang an American/British/Canadian flag and share a picture on social media. Express your appreciation for the sacrifices made for the cause of freedom.
- Share Dwight Eisenhower’s speech to the troops before D-Day.
- Post text: “Throughout history, there have been times when tyrannical regimes sought to impose their will on neighboring people. D-Day recognizes the sacrifices of those who, in 1944, landed in Normandy, France, to liberate Europe from the Nazis.”
- Use the following hashtags: #dday #freedom #june6 #normandy #ww2
- Share the graphic below.
National Donut Day (June 7)
Every 2024 June social media calendar should have a tasty treat too. The first National Donut Day occurred in 1938 as a way to honor the Salvation Army “Lassies” who served donuts to soldiers returning from World War I; the new tradition was also designed to recognize the Salvation Army’s social services during the Great Depression.
- Reinforce the importance of brushing and flossing after sugary foods like donuts.
- Patronize a local donut shop by visiting with your team for a morning huddle.
- Bring donuts to work for your dental team and snap some creative pictures.
- Ask your followers to share their favorite types of donuts in the comments.
- Add donuts to your refreshments area with a large sign that reads “Don’t Forget to Brush and Floss!”
- Use oral hygiene hashtags the following: #donut #donutday #donuts #doughnutday #doughnuts #nationaldonutday
- Share the video (about chewing xylitol gum after sugary foods) or the graphic below.
National Best Friends Day (June 8)
Having a best friend in life is a blessing indeed. Create social media content that celebrates these special relationships, which enrich our lives with encouragement and comfort.
- List the benefits of friendship (improved physical and mental health, encouragement, and companionship).
- Ask your followers to leave a comment about friendship or a best friend.
- Ask members of your dental team to share engaging best friend memories (Include a picture if possible.).
- Share the history of Best Friends Day: In 1935, Congress designated June 8 as a time to celebrate friendship; it’s a day to spend time with close friends and express appreciation for their support and loyalty.
- Post text: “Today is National Best Friends Day! It’s a time to celebrate the special relationships that enrich our lives with encouragement and comfort. Do you have a best friend? Why is this person so special to you? Please share your thoughts in the comments.”
- Use the following hashtags: #bestfriendsday #bestfriendsday2024 #bestfriendship #friendship #friendshipbond #friendshipday #friendshipday2024 #friendshipforever #friendshiplove #friendships #friendshiptime #happyfriendshipday #truefriend #truefriends #truefriendsarehardtofind #truefriendship #truefriendshipneverends #truefriendships.
- Share the video below.
Flag Day (June 14)
Flag Day is a time to celebrate the stars and stripes becoming the official flag of the United States.
- Post pictures of your staff wearing red, white, and blue.
- Fly an American flag outside your practice and post a picture (preferably with your dental team).
- Give small flags to your patients and post a few pictures.
- Post some interesting US flag trivia.
- Six American flags are on the moon.
- A high school student designed the current US flag.
- When the flag is displayed upside-down, it is a signal of extreme distress and a call for help.
- There have been 27 different American flag designs.
- Post text: “Flags have been important cultural elements throughout history because they symbolize core values and unify the population. The US Flag has evolved over the years but consistently reflected the fundamental themes of liberty and freedom. What does the flag mean to you? What is your earliest memory of the flag?”
- Use the following Flag Day hashtags: #america #americanflag #americanflags #flag #flagday #flagday2024 #flags #oldglory #patriot #patriotism #patriots #starsandstripes #usa #usflag.
- Share the graphic below.
Father’s Day (June 16)
Your 2024 June social media calendar would not be complete without a post to honor fathers. Today is a time to praise dads for all they do to guide and encourage their children.
- Post some historical information about the origins of Father’s Day.
- Ask your followers to respond to the question: What do you appreciate most about your father? Encourage them to include selfies with their dads.
- Create a slideshow of staff members with their fathers.
- Have your patients enter their dads’ names in a raffle for an Amazon gift card or a dad-themed gift basket.
- Post text: “Fathers do so much to encourage their children and provide a good example. Often, these efforts are taken for granted, so on Father’s Day, we make a special effort to recognize the many ways Dads provide support. What is the most important thing fathers do for children? Do you have a special memory of your father? What are you planning to get Dad for Father’s Day?”
- Use the following hashtags: #dad #dadandson #dadanddaughter #daddy #daddylife #dadlife #dads #dadslife #dadtime #father #fathers #fatherandson #fatheranddaughter #fatherday #fatherhood #fatherhoodrocks #fatherlove #fathersday #fathersday2024 #fathertime.
- Share the graphic or video below.
Juneteenth (June 19)
Juneteenth is a day to celebrate the end of slavery in the United States.
- Share some history about Juneteenth.
- Post a relevant quote about slavery and overcoming oppression.
- Share a poem about slavery.
- Create a post that recognizes one of the many people who fought to end slavery (Frederick Douglass, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Harriet Tubman, William Lloyd Garrison, Sojourner Truth).
- Post text: “Juneteenth is a day to recognize the unrelenting efforts of abolitionists who fought to end slavery. It’s also a time to reflect on the value of freedom and our responsibility to defend it.”
- Use the following hashtags: #abolition #abolitionist #abrahamlincoln #emancipationproclamation #endofslavery #freedom #juneteenth #juneteenthcelebration #juneteenth2024.
- Share the graphic below.
American Eagle Day (June 20)
American Eagle Day was created to recognize the anniversary of the bald eagle becoming America’s national symbol.
- Post pictures of bald eagles.
- Share bald eagle trivia.
- Some bald eagle nests weigh 2,000 pounds.
- Bald eagles can live over 30 years in the wild.
- Bald eagles can dive at 100 mph.
- Bald eagles mate for life.
- Create a visual that combines a bald eagle photo and an inspirational quote.
- Bring in some bald eagle cookies for your staff and post pictures online.
- Post text: “Did you know that Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national bird? Other voices prevailed, and on June 20, 1782, the American bad eagle became the official US bird.”
- Use the following hashtags: #americaneagle #americaneagleday #baldeagle #baldeaglephotography #baldeagles #baldeaglesighting #baldeaglesofinstagram #eagle #eagles #nationalbird #nationalbirdday #nationalsymbol.
- Share the graphic below.
Summer Solstice (June 20)
The summer solstice should always be on your 2024 June social media calendar because it’s the day with the most sunlight each year.
- Briefly explain the science behind the summer solstice.
- The summer solstice occurs when the earth reaches its maximum tilt toward the sun. This is also the longest day of the year.
- Give away small “sunflowers” to patients and post pictures.
- Ask your followers what they appreciate most about having more sunlight.
- Find and post an interesting quote about the sun.
- Anne Frank: “I’ve found that there is always some beauty left-in nature, sunshine, freedom, in yourself; these can all help you.”
- Maya Angelou: “No sun outlasts its sunset, but it will rise again and bring the dawn.”
- Helen Keller: “Keep your face to the Sun, and you will never see the shadows.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson: “The Sun illuminates only the eyes of the man but shines into the eye and the heart of the child.”
- Post text: “Today is the longest day of the year, the summer solstice. Having more sunlight allows for more outdoor activities. How do you plan to spend the longest day of the year? Share your thoughts in the comments-feel free to include a picture!”
- Use the following hashtags: #dawn #longestday #longestdayoftheyear #solstice #summersolstice #summersolstice2024 #sun #sunlight #sunlightbrilliant #sunset.
- Share the graphic below.
National Selfie Day (June 21)
Selfies are officially a part of our modern culture. With the widespread use of smartphones and social media, these self-portraits have become a creative way to capture and share various activities.
- Take a fun selfie with your entire staff.
- Raffle off an in-office whitening to brighten someone’s “selfie smile.”
- Ask your followers to submit creative selfies-encourage them to include your branded merch if they have some!
- Post interesting facts about selfie history.
- Post text: “The smartphone has popularized selfies or pictures taken of the photographer by the photographer. This can be done by extending the arm or by using a special “selfie stick.” These pictures are a fun way to document events and travels. Post your most creative selfie in the comments. If you have some of our merch, try including it too!”
- Use smile hashtags and the following: #nationalselfieday #selfie #selfieday
- Share the graphic or video below.
National Pink Day (June 23)
National Pink Day is a day to recognize the color pink-its history and meaning.
- Ask your dental team to wear something pink.
- Bring in pink snacks for the staff and post pictures online.
- Share some history about the color pink.
- Display pink flowers at the front desk and snap a picture for social media.
- Post text: “National Pink Day is a time to celebrate one of the most popular colors. Do you have a pink shirt or hat? Post your pink in the comments!”
- Use the following hashtags: #colorpink #nationalpinkday2024 #pink #pinkday #pinkday2024 #pinkdays.
- Share the graphic below.
National Toothbrush Day (June 26)
Every 2024 June social media calendar should include National Toothbrush Day. Daily brushing is key to sustaining good oral health.
- Record a short video about proper brushing techniques. This type of instructional video is a great time to demonstrate your passion for dentistry and oral health.
- Raffle off an electric toothbrush. To enter the drawing, patients must complete and submit a simple entry form on your website. Pick a winner live on social media.
- Post some information about electric toothbrushes and their ability to remove plaque while protecting from irreversible gum recession and enamel damage.
- Post some toothbrush facts/trivia.
- Soft-bristled brushes are best for teeth and gums.
- Nylon bristles replaced boar-hair bristles in 1938.
- Toothbrushes should be replaced every three months.
- The most popular toothbrush color is blue.
- Post text: “It’s Toothbrush Day! Toothbrushes do so much to protect our teeth from decay! It’s essential to brush (with fluoride toothpaste) for two minutes twice daily. Brushing prevents bacteria from entering the bloodstream and causing disease in other areas of the body (heart disease, respiratory ailments, Alzheimer’s disease, and diabetes).”
- Use toothbrush hashtags in your posts and the following: #nationaltoothbrushday #toothbrushday
- Share the graphic or one of the videos below.
National Sunglasses Day (June 27)
National Sunglasses Day is a time to remember the importance of wearing sunglasses to protect against ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun.
- Have the staff pose for a picture with sunglasses on.
- Give away sunglasses to patients and stage some fun pictures.
- Use a social post to explain how UV light can harm vision.
- Ask followers to comment by posting “sunglasses selfies.”
- Post text: “Just like brushing and flossing protects your teeth from harmful bacteria, your eyes need protection from the sun. Wearing sunglasses helps to protect your eyes from damaging ultraviolet light. Do you have a favorite pair of sunglasses? Please share a picture in the comments!”
- Use the following hashtags: #nationalsunglassday #nationalsunglassesday2024 #shades #sunglasses #sunglassesday #sunglassesday2024 #uvprotect #uvprotection #uvrays #uvraysprotection.
- Share the graphic below.
International Asteroid Day (June 30)
International Asteroid Day was sanctioned by the United Nations to increase asteroid awareness. Science topics make engaging additions to your social calendar.
- Explain why it’s essential to study asteroids.
- Share some of the recent discoveries about asteroids.
- Explain what scientists are doing to protect the Earth from asteroids.
- Create a paper mache asteroid and stage a fun photoshoot with the staff.
- Post text: “We’ve all seen the Hollywood movies about asteroids hurtling through space toward Earth, but what exactly are we doing to anticipate this type of situation? One of the most important government agencies charged with planetary defense from asteroids is the National Nuclear Security Administration. Thankfully, we have highly-skilled people looking into space for potential hazards!”
- Use the following hashtags: #asteroid #asteroidday #asteroidday2024 #asteroids #internationalasteroidday #spacerock #spacerocks.
- Share the graphic below.
