KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) — Pepsodent, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) driven by Unilever International Malaysia, has achieved a remarkable milestone by setting a new Malaysia Book of Record for the “Most Number of Students Brushing Teeth Simultaneously.” The historic event took place on April 17, 2024, with over 6000 students at SK Rantau Panjang, SK Sungai Binjai, and SK Jalan Kebun underscoring Pepsodent’s unwavering commitment to promoting proper oral hygiene habits among the youth.
This monumental achievement for Pepsodent, is part of their on-going commitment to educate and emphasise the importance of dental health education among Malaysians which kick started in 2023 with the launch of the Pepsodent 2-2-10 campaign, designed to ensure optimal dental health involves a fundamental yet frequently overlooked practice: brushing teeth for 2 minutes, 2 times a day. According to the National Oral Health Survey of Malaysia 20221, the prevalence of dental cavities and caries remain high among both children and adults, despite efforts over the years to drive dental health awareness. By extending their efforts to schools, Pepsodent hopes to continuously raise awareness about the significance of regular and proper methods of toothbrushing as well as maintaining good oral hygiene practices from a young age.
