Colgate-Palmolive (PNG) Ltd recently marked its 13th year of Colgate National Tooth Brushing Day, an important initiative in their ongoing commitment to promote oral health across Papua New Guinea (PNG). In partnership with the National Department of Health – Oral Health Services, Colgate-Palmolive Ltd extended an open invitation to the people of PNG to participate in their annual event. Salvation Army Boroko Primary School in Port Moresby city, specifically students in grades 6, 7 & 8, took part in the celebrations by brushing their teeth for two minutes, with each student provided with a complimentary toothbrush and toothpaste. Additionally, the children were taught important facts by the Colgate-Palmolive team and later entertained by popular mascot Doctor Rabbit. Ken Kandap Wai, Deputy Health Secretary from the National Department of Health, commended Colgate-Palmolive for their initiative, where Colgate-Palmolive actively spreads the message about the importance oral health and hygiene. National Tooth Brushing Day is one of the many initiatives under Colgate’s global school health education program, “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures,” which has positively impacted over 3 million PNG children since 2010. Over 416, 000 students and teachers from 601 schools, community groups and organizations participate nationally. Colgate aims to continue growing the number of participants each year and foster a healthier PNG, to ensure everyone has a future they can smile about.