Certificate for Dental Health Achievement - Bristol-Myers - 1949 dated Dentist Certificate

Unissued Certificate of Achievement. This document is an unused Dental Health Achievement Certificate, produced in 1947 by Bristol-Myers. It includes illustrations and guidelines for proper tooth brushing techniques, featuring a vibrant front and a black back. The Dental Health Achievement Certificate was a marketing initiative by Bristol-Myers Company in 1947, aimed at encouraging dental hygiene and promoting their Ipana toothpaste brand. This certificate was likely given to children as a reward for practicing good oral hygiene. It functioned as both an educational resource and a promotional tool for Bristol-Myers to enhance the visibility of their Ipana toothpaste. Such promotional health certificates were prevalent in the mid-20th century, serving as a means for companies to foster brand recognition and promote healthy habits among children.