Assembly Resolution No. 1302

BY: M. of A. Ra

RECOGNIZING May 2026, as Save Your Tooth Month

WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing days
and months of awareness for important community and health issues; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
recognize May 2026, as Save Your Tooth Month in the State of New York;
and

WHEREAS, Maintaining proper oral hygiene and preserving natural
teeth are essential for optimal oral health, which impacts overall
health and well-being; and

WHEREAS, Each year, over 25 million teeth are preserved through
endodontic treatments, including 15 million root canal procedures,
emphasizing the importance of saving natural teeth for improved
appearance and maintaining essential functions such as chewing and
speech; and

WHEREAS, Endodontists, as highly skilled dental specialists, excel
in diagnosing and treating tooth pain and infection through
life-changing endodontic procedures, such as root canals, trauma dental
injuries, vital pulp therapy, and apicoectomy, thereby safeguarding
patients' natural teeth; and

WHEREAS, With two to three additional years of training after dental
school, endodontists utilize advanced technology and specialized care to
best treat tooth pain and infection; and

WHEREAS, Endodontists dedicate their dental practice exclusively to
endodontic treatments, performing an average of 25 root canal treatments
weekly; they frequently collaborate with general dentists to ensure
comprehensive dental care and employ a specialized approach that leads
to better health outcomes and swift recovery for patients; and

WHEREAS, Teeth serve as vital components for nutrition, emotional
expression, and overall health indicators; neglecting oral hygiene can
lead to various health complications; and

WHEREAS, Regular dental visits, thorough brushing and flossing twice
daily, and avoiding cavity-causing foods and habits are essential steps
in maintaining gum, teeth, and mouth health; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
recognize May 2026, as Save Your Tooth Month, acknowledging the
importance of good oral hygiene and the hard work of endodontists
throughout the State of New York.