25 January 2023

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Health names inaugural oral care awards

Katherine E. Pfaff

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In December 2022, Health released its Oral Care Awards honoring 28 of the top products to achieve optimal oral hygiene, spanning categories that include toothbrushes, floss, mouthwash, and more. Since nearly half or 46% of adults ages 30 and over show signs of gum disease, the annual Oral Care Awards guide readers through the latest options available to properly care for their mouths, teeth and gums. 

Each product was expertly selected to cover various preferences and personal needs. The full list can be viewed online at Health.com.

Katrina Chernoff, general manager of Health, said in a news release that oral health is an integral part of a person’s overall health and well-being. 

“Poor oral health has been linked to diabetes, dementia and an increase in cavities and gum disease, but many of these conditions can be prevented by following a thorough dental routine that starts at home," she said. "The first-ever health Oral Care Awards recognize the products helping people improve their dental care routines, build preventive care habits and provide a guide to the best products for their individual preferences and needs."

Winners by category were:

• Toothbrush (manual): MamaP Toothbrush, Tom's of Maine Naturally Clean Toothbrush and Doctor Plotka's MouthWatchers
• Toothbrush (electric): Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige, CURAPROX, the Hydrosonic Pro, Oral-B Pro1000 and Colgate hum Smart Rhythm
• Toothpaste: Davids Sensitive+Whitening nano-Hydroxyapatite premium toothpaste, CVS Health Gum & Enamel Repair Toothpaste, Crest Pro-Health Densify, hello Antiplaque + Whitening Fluoride Free, Colgate Optic White Stain Fighter Toothpaste and Tom's of Maine Luminous White
• Mouthwash: hello Naturally Healthy Antigingivitis, Listerine Zero Alcohol Mouthwash, Crest Pro-Health Clinical Rinse and Dental Herb Company Tooth & Gums Tonic
• Floss: Tom's of Maine Naturally Waxed Antiplaque Flat Floss, BURST Floss, Cocofloss and Mintly Dental Floss
• Water flossers: Waterpik Sonic-Fusion 2.0, quip Rechargeable Water Flosser, Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000 and CariPRO Water Flosser
• Whitening strips: Crest 3DWhitestrips Professional Effects and
• Tongue scrapers: drTung's Tongue Cleaner and Snow the Tongue Cleanser.

Read more details and learn about the expert judges online.