Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Colgate's Bright Smiles Program Reaches Two Billion Children Globally
Colgate has a program called Bright Smiles, Bright Futures that teaches kids and families how to take care of their teeth.
The program started in 1991 and has now helped over two billion people around the world!
They teach kids about brushing, provide free dental checkups, and help people get treatment if they need it.
In India, the program has already reached over 185 million children.
Colgate works with schools, governments, and doctors to make sure everyone has a healthy smile.
They want to teach kids good habits so they can have healthy teeth for life.
Colgate's Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® program has reached over 2 billion children globally.
The program provides oral health education, screenings, and access to treatment.
The initiative began in 1991 and has significantly impacted communities worldwide.
In India, BSBF has reached over 185 million children and families.
Colgate aims to reach over 10 million more children and families each year in India.
- Who
- Colgate-Palmolive
- What
- Announced that its oral health education program, Bright Smiles, Bright Futures®, reached over two billion children and families.
- When
- September 26 (based on press release date)
- Where
- Worldwide; focus on India
- Why
- To improve oral health through education and access to care, especially for underserved communities.
- Program Name
- Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF)
- Reach
- Over 2 billion children and families globally
- Program Start
- 1991
- Focus
- Oral health education, screenings, and access to treatment
- Reach in India
- Over 185 million children and families
- Indian Official
- Ms. Shilpashree Muniswamappa