On September 16, ahead of National Love Your Teeth Day, Yunnan Baiyao held an oral health conference in Beijing themed "Intelligent Care, Healthy Mouth, Pursuing Excellence." The event unveiled three major initiatives to elevate oral care standards.
Guided by the "Healthy China 2030" Outline and China's Medium-to-Long-Term Plan for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control (2017–2025), Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health has fully participated in the "Academic Project on Oral Soft Tissue Health for Chronic Disease Patients" initiated by the China Dental Disease Prevention and Control Foundation.
Additionally, the upgraded oral care product—Yunnan Baiyao Smart Oral Irrigator—made its official debut. Combining sleek design with advanced technology, this new addition to Yunnan Baiyao's oral care lineup strengthens its product and technological capabilities.
Simultaneously, recognizing the lack of oral health awareness at the grassroots level, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health supported the "Seeing the Galaxy—Grassroots Oral Health Empowerment Initiative" launched by the China Dental Disease Prevention Foundation to cultivate professional oral healthcare capabilities at the community level. At the event, renowned actress Chen Shu made a surprise appearance, sharing oral care insights and joining medical experts in launching this public welfare campaign.
Partnering with the China Dental Disease Prevention Foundation to Address Oral Health in Chronic Disease Populations
As early as 2012, the World Health Organization designated oral diseases as one of the five priority chronic conditions for prevention and control. Oral diseases are a significant risk factor for major chronic illnesses and can even accelerate the progression of other chronic conditions.Professor Meng Huanxin from Peking University School of Stomatology emphasized, "Severe periodontitis is now the sixth most prevalent disease globally. By 2010, its worldwide prevalence had reached 11%, affecting over 700 million people and being linked to at least 50 systemic diseases. The prevalence of mild periodontitis is even higher, affecting more than 50% of the global population."
To deepen understanding of oral health's importance in managing chronic diseases, reduce risk factors, and further promote the concept of "oral health for systemic health," Tao Yong, Executive Vice President of Yunnan Baiyao Group Health Products Co., Ltd., and Ge Lihong, Chairman of the China Dental Disease Prevention Foundation, formally launched the "Academic Project on Oral Soft Tissue Health for Chronic Disease Patients" at the conference.It is reported that the project has already made progress in Shanghai during its initial phase. Subsequent efforts will focus on conducting in-depth oral health surveys among chronic disease patients aged 65-74 in Guangxi and Beijing.
Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health has never ceased its journey in professional oral medical research. To better implement product solutions, meet users' actual oral health needs, and enhance oral care awareness, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health will engage more actively and deeply in academic research.
Technology Empowers a New Oral Care Ecosystem: Smart Protection for Oral Health
An increasing number of consumers recognize that beyond brushing, supplemental care with water flossers and mouthwashes is crucial for daily oral hygiene.When discussing the benefits of daily water flosser use, Professor Rong Wensheng, Executive Deputy Secretary-General of the China Dental Disease Prevention and Control Foundation, recommends: "Using a water flosser with mouthwash provides greater benefits for oral soft tissues. Mouthwash delivers antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cavity effects, enabling more comprehensive oral care."
Renowned actress Chen Shu also shared her daily oral care routine. Upon seeing the newly launched upgraded oral care product—the Yunnan Baiyao Smart Care Water Flosser—she expressed her intention to make room for it in her home.Reportedly the world's first real-time liquid-mixing water flosser, its dual-tank design allows instant switching between plain water and mouthwash modes for dual care. It rapidly heats water to 40°C for a comfortable experience, featuring thoughtful innovations like 10-level pressure adjustment, UV sterilization, and oral care guidance.It comes with five interchangeable nozzles—periodontal pocket, plaque removal, orthodontic, and more—to address diverse oral care needs, showcasing Yunnan Baiyao's commitment to combining professional expertise with technological innovation in oral care products.
For years, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health has leveraged its pharmaceutical R&D expertise to develop oral care products tailored to Chinese consumers' needs. The newly launched Smart Care Water Flosser expands its product portfolio, enabling consumers to experience intelligent professional oral care at home.
Empowering Grassroots Oral Health with "Galaxy" Strength Through Public Welfare Initiatives
To elevate national oral health standards, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health not only advances professional research and introduces intelligent innovations but also addresses practical challenges in grassroots oral healthcare. The initiative aims to fundamentally enhance public health awareness and support grassroots oral health development.
According to the China Health Statistics Yearbook, China had only 195,000 licensed dental practitioners in 2019—far from sufficient to meet the oral health needs of its 1.4 billion population. Grassroots communities face particularly acute shortages of dental professionals and weak service capabilities.
Recognizing this significant gap in grassroots dental resources, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health actively supports the "Seeing the Galaxy—Grassroots Oral Health Assistance Program," also initiated by the China Dental Disease Prevention and Control Foundation. This initiative provides pro bono training to village doctors to enhance their clinical skills and service capabilities, while conducting oral health education in local primary schools. These efforts aim to raise awareness and improve oral health standards among grassroots populations, fulfilling corporate social responsibility.
In recent years, leveraging its century-long expertise in healthcare and bolstered by medical professionalism and cutting-edge technology, Yunnan Baiyao has further expanded its pharmaceutical resource advantages and strengthened its position in the broader health industry. As an industry leader, Yunnan Baiyao Oral Health will continue to build on its expertise, utilizing new technologies like AI and artificial intelligence to deepen industry-academia-research integration. This approach empowers the digitalization and intelligent care of oral health through technology-driven solutions.Digital intelligence provides ample competitiveness for Yunnan Baiyao's oral care expansion.