The Fluoriders initiative invites children around the world to take part in a joyful brushing dance using the “Fluorider’s Happy Teeth Song”. The activity is designed to be fun, simple, and inclusive, encouraging positive brushing habits through music and movement.
Children are the primary focus of this initiative, with the support of parents, paediatric dentists, and dental teams.
Who Can Participate?
Primary participants
- Children, individually or in small groups
(with adult supervision) - Parents or caregivers participating with children
- Paediatric dentists and dental teams
- Clinics or National-Member Society groups supporting children’s participation
Dance and Content Guidance
- Participants are encouraged to follow the official Fluoriders dance moves, as shown in the example dance video provided by IAPD
- Exact replication is not required
- Natural movement, smiles, and enjoyment are encouraged
- The goal is a shared global movement, not a perfect performance.
Video Content Requirements
Submitted videos should:
- Use the “Fluorider’s Happy Teeth Song” as the only audio
- Focus on brushing-themed movement or dancing
- Be joyful, positive, and age-appropriate
- Be suitable for young and pre-verbal children
Please do not include:
- Spoken educational or fluoride explanations
- Product placement, commercial branding, or advertising
- Clinical demonstrations or instructions
- Logos (unless pre-approved in writing)
How to Record Your Video
(Phone only – no special equipment needed)
You do not need filming experience, professional equipment, or editing software.
Recording device
- Use your smartphone camera
- No microphones, tripods, or special apps required
How to hold your phone
- Hold your phone upright (vertical), as you would for social media
- Horizontal videos are also acceptable if vertical is not possible
Video length
- Up to 60 seconds (Tiktok friendly!)
- 15–30 seconds is ideal
Sound & music
- Play the “Fluorider’s Happy Teeth Song” and let the phone record it naturally
- Ensure the song can be clearly heard
- Do not add other music or audio
Where to film
- Any safe, familiar location is fine:
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Clinic brushing area
- OR even outside – use your imagination!
- Choose a spot with good light
Framing
- Make sure children’s faces and movements are visible
- The camera does not need to move
- It is fine to place the phone on a shelf or lean it against something stable
Editing
- No editing is required
- Simple trimming on your phone is acceptable
- Please do not add filters, stickers, text, or effects
Submission Process
- Videos must be submitted via the official IAPD Google Form
- One submission per video
- Each submission includes:
- Country / National-Member Society
- Type of participants (children, adults, mixed)
- Contact person (adult)
- Confirmation of consent (see below)
Consent and Permissions
By submitting a video to the Fluoriders “Happy Teeth Song” initiative, the submitting individual or organisation confirms and agrees to the following:
Grant of Permission to IAPD
You grant the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD) a non-exclusive, royalty-free permission to:
- Publish the video on the IAPD website
- Share the video on IAPD social media channels
- Use the video in connection with the Fluoriders campaign and related educational promotion
- This permission applies worldwide and for the duration of the campaign and its related communications.
Confirmation of Authority & Awareness
By submitting the video, you confirm that:
- You are authorised to submit the video on behalf of the participants shown
- All individuals appearing in the video were informed, prior to recording, that:
- The video would be submitted to IAPD
- The video may be published publicly online
- For children, you confirm that:
- A parent or legal guardian was informed of the purpose of the video
- The parent or legal guardian agreed to the child’s participation and public sharing of the video
- The child agreed to participate in the video
Responsibility for Consent Documentation
- Any parental or guardian consent required under applicable local regulations has been obtained in an appropriate form and is retained by the submitting organisation or individual.
- IAPD does not collect or store individual consent beyond the confirmation provided through the video submission form.
Privacy & Safeguarding Confirmation
By submitting the video, you further confirm that:
- No personal identifying information (such as names, schools, or addresses) appears in the video
- The content is respectful, age-appropriate, and safe for public viewing
Acknowledgement
- Submission of a video constitutes full agreement with these consent terms
- Videos submitted without proper authority or awareness must not be uploaded
TRUST NOTES — PARENTS & SCHOOLS
🏫 For Schools & National Member Societies
Fluoriders activities in schools and official video submissions are coordinated by IAPD National Member Societies.
National societies receive separate guidance directly from IAPD.
A Note for Parents & Teachers
The Fluoriders campaign was developed by paediatric dental experts to support positive brushing habits in a fun, age-appropriate way.
- Participation is free
- Sharing on social media is optional
- No personal data is collected through this page
