{"id":7055497,"date":"2026-09-03T05:49:41","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T05:49:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/oral-health-day-pepsodent-launches-better-hygiene-campaign-do-the-2\/"},"modified":"2026-09-03T05:49:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T05:49:41","slug":"oral-health-day-pepsodent-launches-better-hygiene-campaign-do-the-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7055497","title":{"rendered":"Oral Health Day: Pepsodent Launches Better Hygiene Campaign ‘Do The 2’"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Pepsodent, a leading global toothpaste brand, has officially launched its 2026 World Oral Health Day (WOHD) campaign, themed \u201cDo The 2,\u201d as part of efforts to promote oral hygiene habits among Nigerians.<\/p>\n

The \u201cDo The 2\u201d campaign was launched at a press conference held on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Unilever\u2019s head office in Lagos, and organised in collaboration with the Nigerian Dental Association (NDA).<\/p>\n

The Pepsodent Do The 2 Campaign<\/h2>\n

The campaign kicked off Monday, March 16, through Saturday, March 21, 2026, featuring school engagement programmes, public activations in high-traffic areas, and dental camps.<\/p>\n

The campaign will run in 17 key states across the country, with a strategic focus on Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Enugu, and the aim of reaching 50 million Nigerians.<\/p>\n

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L-R: Head of Dentistry, Federal Ministry of Health, Dr. Gloria Uzoigwe; Brand Manager, Pepsodent, Lauretta Amie; President, Nigerian Dental Association, Dr. Emedom Elias; Head of Corporate Affairs, Communications & Sustainability, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Zainab Obagun; Head of Supply Chain, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Abayomi Alli and Marketing Manager, Oral Care, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Elvis Twumasi, during a Press Conference to announce the celebration of the 2026 World Oral Health Day by Pepsodent in Lagos today. L-R: Head of Dentistry, Federal Ministry of Health, Dr. Gloria Uzoigwe; Brand Manager, Pepsodent, Lauretta Amie; President, Nigerian Dental Association, Dr. Emedom Elias, and Head of Supply Chain, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Abayomi Alli during a Press Conference to announce the celebration of the 2026 World Oral Health Day by Pepsodent in Lagos today<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Speaking at the press briefing, the Brand Manager, Pepsodent, Lauretta Amie, noted that the brand aimed to instil lifelong oral health habits in children and adults alike by combining awareness, education, and engagement activities in schools and communities.<\/p>\n

Call To Brush Twice Daily<\/h3>\n

\u201cThe \u2018Do The 2\u2019 campaign is a call to action for Nigerians to brush twice daily and maintain regular dental visits.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough our collaboration with the Nigerian Dental Association, we aim to reach 500,000 people, driving awareness on prevention, detection, and treatment of oral health diseases,\u201d Amie said.<\/p>\n

Speaking during the press conference, Head of the Dentistry Division, Federal Ministry of Health, Dr. Gloria Uzoigwe, stressed that the partnership with Unilever clearly demonstrateed the power of public-private collaboration in advancing national health priorities.<\/p>\n

Also, she emphasised that thousands of school children have been reached in many states in Nigeria through the School Oral Health Programs.<\/p>\n

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She acknowledged the critical role of the private sector and professional associations in advancing public health, stating that Unilever\u2019s investment in oral care initiatives and the Nigerian Dental Association\u2019s dedication to professional excellence remain invaluable in driving progress.<\/p>\n

Happy Mouth, Happy Life<\/h3>\n

In his remarks, President, Nigerian Dental Association, Dr. Emedom Elias, described the celebration of the 2026 World Oral Health Day as an important milestone to highlight the importance of oral health.<\/p>\n

Elias stated that this year\u2019s campaign theme, \u201cA Happy Mouth is a Happy Life,\u201d underscores the importance of oral health to overall well-being.<\/p>\n

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According to him, oral health is not only about healthy clean teeth and gums alone but plays a role in influencing one\u2019s ability to perform tasks such as eating, speaking, learning, working, and relating with others.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, he called on the government and other relevant stakeholders to prioritize oral healthcare as an important component of general health.<\/p>\n

Beyond High Quality Products<\/h3>\n

He emphasised the need for both partners to work together to increase access to quality oral healthcare, promote oral health education and awareness, and integrate oral health into the primary healthcare system.<\/p>\n

In his keynote speech, the Head of Supply Chain, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Abayomi Alli, said that the campaign reaffirms the company\u2019s commitment to extending its impact beyond high-quality products, using partnerships, technology, and community outreach to ensure every Nigerian has access to education, resources, and care to eradicate oral disease and promote healthier lives.<\/p>\n

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Alli noted that good dental hygiene was essential not only to avoid cavities and gum disease but also to prevent systemic health issues such as diabetes and heart disease.<\/p>\n

According to him, the campaign will reinforce the core message of protecting the family from cavities and bad breath.<\/p>\n

\u201cWorld Oral Health Day is a moment to recommit to transforming oral health awareness and access to care in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

With the \u2018Do The 2\u2019 campaign, Pepsodent is proud to play a role in building healthier smiles across the nation,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

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