FAQs
 

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.
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 January 2006.

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.


*Only applicable to the Pro Series of CREST® 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.