In furtherance of its commitment to promoting oral health and hygiene,
The outreach will offer oral health awareness, free dental checks, and a month's supply of Oral B toothpaste and toothbrushes to members of the
Commenting on the initiative, the P&G Senior Director for
"Oral hygiene should not be overlooked, most especially in terms of its effects on the general health and nutrition of people. Effective oral care reduces infection and promotes health, thus the need to drive awareness. The World Oral Health Day presents an opportunity to amplify this oral health drive which our brand has actively driven through the year."
She further encouraged Nigerians not to underrate the effect of poor oral hygiene as it can negatively affect confidence and social skills.
"Oral health is very essential to human's general health and wellbeing", she explained.
While commending P&G for its efforts in promoting oral health, the Director of
She added: "This is why we partnered with P&G and Oral-B on this community outreach where dentists will be available to conduct free oral health check for community members who will also a month supply of Oral-B toothpaste and Oral B toothbrush. The outreach will also include oral health training for the community leaders and other members".
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