I’ve always been a total wimp when it comes to going to the dentist. I mean, it’s something I know is important so I never completely wimp out, but I make huge efforts to keep my teeth and gums in tip top shape so when I do go for my checkups and cleaning the chances of needing fillings or more are less likely. When I’m in the chair, laying back, completely vulnerable, I find it impossible to relax unlike my hubby who actually fell asleep during his last appointment for a CROWN! A crown! I can’t even relax enough to enjoy the massaging chair or concentrate on the movie playing over my head. So this is why I take dental health very seriously, and make it a priority in my life. I was sent a study done by Arm and Hammer regarding the dental health habits of Canadians, and I was surprised at the results.
I learned I am among the scant 54% of Canadians who brush their teeth twice a day, and 51% who floss daily. What the what!? People we need to up these percentages! The top 3 reasons we brush our teeth at all are to prevent cavities and tooth decay, to maintain proper oral health and for that clean mouth feel and fresh and minty breath. So wouldn’t it stand to reason that the more often you brush the cleaner, mintier and healthier your teeth will be? I think so! Using a good quality toothbrush like the Spinbrush in conjunction with Arm and Hammer’s Truly Radiant toothpaste leaves my mouth and teeth feeling fresh and clean all day.
Another part of this study looked at bad habits we have regarding oral health, and I was really blown away by the top bad habit! Teeth picking in public was reported by 30% of Canadians. Ewww!!! Other bad habits like exaggerating the number of times a day they brushed and this one, the kicker,14% of Canadians reported dropping their toothbrush somewhere unsanitary (bathroom floor) and STILL USING IT. I think I will go buy all new Spinbrushes today. Yuck! At least we all seem to be on the same page regarding toothbrush sharing, with 87% of us not willing to share our toothbrush because GROSS!
Women seem to take oral health a bit more seriously than our male counterparts, being more likely to brush our teeth twice and day, while men are more likely to brush less than once a day. Which is so appalling to me I think I’ll go make sure hubby’s toothbrush is wet. I do not understand how someone can go about their day without having cleaned their teeth. I don’t consider myself ready to go unless my mouth is minty, clean and fresh. I will skip a shower, not shave my legs and throw my unbrushed hair into a bun but there’s no way I leave the house, or bathroom for that matter, without brushing my teeth. It’s a preemptive strategy for me of course, clean and healthy teeth for shorter dental appointments!
Overall the bottom line is BRUSH YOUR TEETH people. Use a good quality toothpaste like Arm and Hammer Truly Radiant and replace your toothbrush regularly, especially if it drops on the floor. Clean teeth and a healthy mouth aren’t impossible, you just have to make oral health a part of your morning and evening routine, like brushing your hair and washing your face. So put on a catchy tune and brush away!
And to help you keep up your oral habits, we have a FABULOUS prize pack of $100 worth of products. Your gift basket will include an assortment of the following items:
• Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Clean & Fresh Spinbrush
• Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Clean & Fresh Toothpaste
• Arm & Hammer™ Truly Radiant™ Clean & Fresh REPLACEMENT HEADS
• Arm & Hammer™ Kid’s Spinbrush™ My Little Pony™ Battery Brush
• Arm & Hammer™ Kid’s Spinbrush™ My Little Pony™ Manual Brush
• Arm & Hammer™ Kid’s Spinbrush™ Paw Patrol™ Battery Brush
• Arm & Hammer™ Kid’s Spinbrush™ Paw Patrol™ Manual Bruch
• Arm & Hammer™ Kid’s Spinbrush™ Disney Descendants™ Battery Brush
If you are a Canadian resident, and over 18, (ex. quebec) you can enter below to WIN!
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