Tooth or consequence

MANILA, Philippines - Recent studies have established a number of links between oral health and general health. For example, diseases of the mouth can affect your ability to eat, and therefore get proper nutrition. On the other hand, if your nutritional intake is compromised, this may negatively impact your oral health.

The mouth is probably the dirtiest place in the human body. There are up to 700 different bacteria in the human mouth, and failing to scrub one’s pearly whites helps those germs to flourish.

Practicing good oral hygiene is a must. And practically, the simplest and easiest way is brushing your teeth with the right brand of toothpaste.

But what makes a good toothpaste brand? The rule of thumb: Your toothpaste should match your specific oral care needs.

• Toothpaste should contain enough fluoride. Check the label. For one, Hapee Toothpaste provides maximum fluoride protection with 1,500ppm equal to that of its multinational counterparts. Having this, Hapee is guaranteed to fight tooth decay, strengthen teeth, and freshen breath. With different formulations, each caters to distinct oral care needs.

• It should have lasting, cleaning effect. Hapee Complete plus Whitening provides 12-hour antibacterial protection and is clinically proven to whiten your teeth. It contains green tea and guava leaf extracts to give more than a dozen benefits for your teeth and gum defense.

Another variant is Hapee Night Mint, the first Filipino toothgel brand designed for night use, assuring fresher morning breath.

• Toothpaste should have a balance of taste and protection. Brushing has never been this exciting for kids! Hapee Kiddie toothgel offers seven exciting flavors with just the right amount of fluoride to help fight tooth decay. Kids can enjoy yummy flavors like Strawberry Bloom, Apple Crunch, Juicy Grapes, Tutti Frutti Twist, Orange Squeeze, Bubblegum Pop, and Cookies & Cream Ahoy.

• Should be able to address sensitive gum problems. Gumtect is the first Filipino gum formula toothpaste formulated with allantoin, vitamin E, and triclosan that is clinically-proven to be an effective solution against sensitive gum problems.

• Toothpaste should be well-froth. Hapee toothpaste is proven to have a high cleaning ability, which helps prevent gum disease.

• Trusted brand. Hapee carries the seal of approval and recommendation from the Philippine Dental Association. This assurance guarantees consumer quality and efficacy.

• Price is not a benchmark. Just because the brand is pricey and highly-commercialized doesn’t mean it’s more effective and of higher quality. Every product offering from Lamoiyan is a result of the continuous pursuit of research and development and strict adherence to quality.