Jeremy Sutton, Head of Tesco Dental Insurance says, "Proper toothbrush care is fundamental to dental hygiene. By offering our customers an Oral-B toothbrush we are actively encouraging them to consider toothbrush care and thereby protect their teeth. Tesco Dental Insurance ensures customers receive quality dental cover at the prices you've come to expect. Our cover is straightforward and covers the cost of planned and unplanned dental treatment."
Tesco Dental Insurance tips on how to look after your toothbrush
• Replace your toothbrush every three months, or head on a rechargeable brush once bristles indicate they need changing.
• Do not share your toothbrush. This increases risk of infection. Although with electric you can change heads.
• After use, rinse your toothbrush thoroughly with tap water, allow it to air-dry and store it in an upright position.
• Do not store your toothbrush within six feet of your toilet.
• It is advisable to store multiple brushes in separate containers to avoid cross-contamination.
• Do not store toothbrushes in closed containers. A humid environment aides bacterial growth.
For more information call 0800 678 1790 or visit www.tescofinance.com .
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Notes to editors:
About Tesco Dental Insurance
Tesco Personal Finance has teamed up with AXA PPP healthcare to offer the dental insurance products.
NHS dental charges in England and Wales
NHS dental treatment in England and Wales is charged in three bands regardless of whether you have one visit to your dentist, or a whole course of treatment.
NHS dental charges in Scotland and Northern Ireland
In Scotland and Northern Ireland, dentists charge per item and patients are expected to pay 80% of treatment up to a maximum limit (£372 in Scotland and £384 in Northern Ireland at the time of going to print).
About AXA PPP healthcare
AXA PPP healthcare has been helping people access private healthcare since 1940. Today it forms the UK healthcare arm of AXA a world leader in financial protection and provides healthcare cover for individuals and employers, funding for dental care, as well as health information, occupational health and employee assistance services.
Tesco Personal Finance
Tesco Personal Finance Limited is a joint venture between The Royal Bank of Scotland plc and Tesco PLC. Tesco Personal Finance Limited. Registered in Scotland No. 173199. Registered Office: 24 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 1AF.
Tesco Compare
Tesco Personal Finance Compare Limited is a part of the Tesco Personal Finance Group, a joint venture between The Royal Bank of Scotland plc and Tesco PLC. Tesco Personal Finance Compare Limited. Registered in Scotland No.SC318925. Registered Office: 24 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 1AF.
Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
