ARM & HAMMER^® Toothpaste

Q: Does ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste neutralize food acid?
A: Yes, because baking soda is a natural buffer, ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste helps maintain the mouth's natural pH level as it neutralizes food acids.

Q: Does ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste reduce oral malodor?
A: Yes, studies indicate that baking soda in toothpaste converts volatile sulfur compounds to a non-odorous form as well as reduces odor-causing bacteria.

Q: Can ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste be used on cosmetic restorations?
A: Yes, baking soda is gentle enough to use on all patients, including those with cosmetic restorations.

Q: Does ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste deliver fluoride to the teeth?
A: Yes, all ARM & HAMMER^® toothpastes contain 1100 ppm fluoride the maximum level of fluoride specified by the FDA for cavity protection. ARM & HAMMER^® Dental Care^® Original Baking Soda Toothpaste has been awarded the ADA Seal of Acceptance.

Q. Can ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste remove and control extrinsic stain and acquired intrinsic stain?
A: Yes, baking soda cleans mechanically and chemically. By gently polishing, it removes extrinsic stain, and by penetrating into tiny surface crevices, it gently lifts acquired intrinsic stain.

Q: Can children use ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste?
A: Yes, it is an excellent choice for children (please read directions regarding proper use for children) to gently clean teeth and to keep gums healthy. Sometimes it takes a week or so for the child to get used to the new taste but it is well worth making this healthy choice.

Q: Can my practice buy ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste at a discount?
A: Yes, professional pricing is available on the full line of ARM & HAMMER^® Baking Soda Toothpaste.

Spinbrush^®

Q. When did ARM & HAMMER^® join with Spinbrush^®?
A: Church & Dwight welcomed the Spinbrush^® line of power toothbrushes into its family of oral care products in 2005.

Q: At what age can children use Spinbrush^®?
A: The children's battery-powered toothbrush, called Spinbrush^® Kids, is recommended for children ages 3 and older. Studies have shown that both adults and children brush up to 38% longer with a Spinbrush^® than with an ordinary manual toothbrush and remove plaque more effectively.*^1,2 Children under 6 must have adult supervision.

Q: Can my practice buy Spinbrush^® at a discount?
A: Yes, professional pricing is available on the Spinbrush^® Pro line and the Spinbrush^® Kids line of battery-powered toothbrushes.

Q: How often do I need to replace the brush head?
A: Due to normal wear, it is recommended that the toothbrush head be replaced after three months of use, or sooner if it shows wear. The Spinbrush^® Pro line has replaceable heads with two heads in a pack. You can buy them at retail or on our website. Spinbrush^® Kids Battery-Powered Toothbrushes do not have replaceable heads.

Q: Can the batteries be replaced?
A: Batteries on all Spinbrush^® Toothbrushes can be replaced; the Pro line of brushes require 2 AA batteries, Spinbrush^® Kids Battery-Powered Toothbrushes require 2 AAA batteries.

Q: Where can I refer my patients if they have questions on Sprinbrush^®?
A: For questions that your patients may have click here: http://www.spinbrush.com/AskUs_Info.html.

*Only applicable to the Pro Series of ARM & HAMMER^® Spinbrush^® battery-powered toothbrushes.

1. Haun J, Williams K, Friesen L, et.al. Plaque removal efficacy of a new experimental battery-operated toothbrush relative to two advanced-design manual toothbrushes. J Clin Dent. 2002;13(5):191-197.

2. Biesbrock AR, Bayuk LM, Yates DS, Santana MV, Bartizek RD. The clinical effectiveness of a novel power toothbrush and its impact on oral health. J Contemp Dent Pract. 2002;3(2):1-10.