St. Apollonia
Aged deaconess of Alexandria, martyred c. 249 under Decius; her teeth were broken and she was threatened with burning, after which she leapt into the flames herself rather than apostatize. Patroness of those with toothache or dental problems. Feast February 9.
Life & Times
Died: 249 · From: Egypt.
Patronage
St. Apollonia is invoked as the patron of dentists, toothache sufferers, dental disease. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“I am a Christian, and I will not deny my faith.”— St. Apollonia (traditionally attributed)
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Apollonia, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.