Whilst most toothbrush using goes on in the privacy of your bathroom, for one day only National Smile Month is encouraging everyone to join them in The Great British Brushathon which will bring people from all over the UK together for one big online teeth brushing event.

To be involved all you have to do is take a selfie whilst you’re brushing your teeth and post it to social media with the hashtags #smilemonth #GreatBritishBrushathon

It’s really that easy to help promote National Smile Month core messages.

 

So, to recap, here’s how YOU can support The Great British Brushathon

·         Take a picture or video of yourself (and the rest of your family if you wish) brushing your teeth.

·         Post the photo/video on your social media on Wednesday 2nd June along with a comment on why you think taking care of your oral health is important. Don’t forget to include the hashtags #SmileMonth and #GreatBritishBrushathon.

·         Stuck for what to say? Here’s an example: ‘This is how I take care of my teeth. I’m supporting National #SmileMonth because looking after my smile is really important for my teeth, gums and mental health too. #GreatBritishBrushthon.’

·         Tag three friends into your post and challenge them to upload their toothbrushing selfie on social media for National Smile Month.

To help make sure you’re brushing correctly here are our three brushing tips

·         Only use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, it’s all your teeth need, and it avoids too much mess.

·         Don’t press your toothbrush flatly against your teeth, ideally you should brush towards your gum line at a 45-degree angle for the best clean.

·         Spit don’t rinse! It might be tempting to rinse out your mouth after brushing however if you spit instead it allows the fluoride from your toothpaste to protect your teeth throughout the day!

We can’t wait to see your selfies and videos!