Honorable Mention Central Region MEDENT Charcoal ToothpasteInnovation that helps solve problems for people with dental braces
Medee Shine Co., Ltd.
Bangkok
Brand : Medent
It is estimated that by 2027, the value of Thailand’s orthodontic market will hit 350 billion baht, with many people opting for dental braces. However, dental braces require special oral care, especially since they can be the source of plaque, gum disease and bad breath. Besides, oral health is a key subject of interest for the new generation and many products in the market do not address many of dental problems directly.
This is where Ms.Premsuda Ananlakkarn, executive director of MEDEE SHINE CO., LTD., saw a gap in the market and decided to address the problem that was close to her personally. This gave birth to the idea of developing a toothpaste that not only whitens teeth and reduces plaque stains, but also strengthens gums, prevents mouth ulcers, cavities and bad breath.
After much research, her idea resulted in the innovation of a totally natural toothpaste containing charcoal and white galangal. Work was put in improving the color, smell and taste of the herbal toothpaste, so it had a more premium look to penetrate the young urban market.
“Our all-natural toothpaste is also the first to include fluoride, which was added at the advice of a dentist whom we have been consulting all along. This product is suitable for people wearing dental braces, because the biggest problems they face are calcification, bad breath and receding gums. The addition of white galangal helps deal with mouth ulcers, treat gum disease and even tighten the gums. Our target group is the 20 to 40 year olds.
“During the development process, we focused on selecting herbs that have antibacterial properties and can fight tooth decay. We also addressed the problem of taste, which many young people found unsatisfactory due to the herbal ingredients. Hence, adjustments were made to improve the taste. It took a long time for us to collect testimonials from more than 200 users on the taste and effectiveness of the product before settling on the look of the product. Most of the raw materials are imported from Japan.”MEDENT toothpaste comes in two formulas: MEDENT 2-in-1 for bad breath and MEDENT Charcoal toothpaste for people wearing dental braces. The foil packaging is innovative and allows for easier portability.
InnovationThis specially formulated toothpaste helps reduce oral ulcers and also contains Panduratin A, extracted from white galangal, which inhibits the formation of plaque or biofilm from up to four groups of micro-organisms. It also inhibits the activity of an enzyme in the mouth that triggers gingivitis and periodontal disease. The toothpaste contains activated charcoal that whitens the teeth, reduces plaque and tartar in the mouth and also contains a mixture of fluoride that helps strengthen tooth enamel, making it more resistant to acids that cause tooth decay.
GrowthEmphasis on building partners in online and offline markets, especially among beauty stores, along with the expansion in modern trade markets, including in the CLMV zone. The company was established in 2016, and has grown more than 10-fold already.
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