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GUM - EFFECTIVE CARE OF THE ORAL CAVITY

 

The history of GUM begins in 1923, when Dr. John O. Butler, a periodontist from Chicago, introduced an innovative new toothbrush that was specifically designed to improve oral hygiene. As people began to realize that oral health is important to their overall health, Dr. Butler was able to build a thriving business (John O. Butler Company). He followed the basic philosophy of research and development of preventive dentistry. His success was based on integrity, innovation and quality.



Leading Japanese product manufacturer SUNSTAR became the owner of the John O. Butler Company and the GUM® brand in 1988 and has used its expertise in manufacturing, research and development to further develop the company. SUNSTAR believes that the state of our oral health is deeply connected to the health of the whole body. .


SUNSTAR pioneered this idea and continues to champion it in partnership with dentists and doctors around the world.


Recent studies have highlighted the potential link between poor oral hygiene and serious health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and pregnancy complications. If we can understand these dynamics today and better educate our consumers about the importance of preventing inflammation in the oral cavity to limit its development elsewhere in the body and impact on systemic health, it is because of SUNSTAR's holistic vision and commitment to understanding these connections


GUM continues to use the latest research and technology to help dentists and pharmacists offer patients the best oral care and fulfill the SUNSTAR promise of better health and better lives.


GUM is true to SUNSTAR's motto "Help people around the world live better and healthier lives".