Regulations

Procter & Gamble Isn’t Smiling about Competitor’s Toothbrush Claims

National Advertising Division refers comparative efficacy claims for HiSmile toothbrushes to regulatory authorities for further review.

Procter & Gamble isn't smiling about a competitor's electric toothbrush claims. Photo: Shutterstock/Asier Romero

The National Advertising Division (NAD) referred advertising claims made by HiSmile PTY for its toothbrushes to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and other regulatory authorities for review after HiSmile declined to participate in the industry self-regulation process. The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G), manufacturer of competitor Oral-B brand power toothbrushes, challenged claims made by HiSmile in two videos posted by the company on TikTok. In the videos, HiSmile made unsupported co...

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