Oral hygiene is very important and today we see a large number of people taking extra steps to ensure that they have a healthy smile. So it’s absolutely amazing to come across a woman of color who has created a toothbrush, especially for those who want healthier teeth.
Dr. Bobbi was blessed with an amazing opportunity to showcase her passion for oral health on the hit TV series, Shark Tank, and with her innovative product, she hopes to help people achieve optimal oral health with ease. “I have seen firsthand how poor oral hygiene can impact a person’s health, confidence, and overall quality of life,” says Dr. Bobbi. “The Big Mouth Toothbrush is my solution to help people achieve optimal oral health with ease.” She is the first black woman orthodontist to design a toothbrush, and her unique perspective and expertise have led to the creation of a product that is changing the game in the oral health industry. The Big Mouth Toothbrush boasts an extra-large brush head and bristles that are three times the size of a regular toothbrush, making it more effective than traditional toothbrushes.
Take a look at the interview we had with her below.
What is the inspiration behind your toothbrush brand, Big Mouth?
I hope that my community will be encouraged to prioritize their oral health and perhaps perceive oral healthcare as self-care and something that can be enjoyable when they use products like the Big Mouth Toothbrush.
Pitching Big Mouth Toothbrush on Shark Tank was an extraordinary opportunity that has bolstered my confidence to continue to challenge myself and others to do their best and share their best so that we might all benefit.
How did you come up with the name?
The Big Mouth Toothbrush name was inspired by my family. As the youngest of seven siblings, I am the loudest and have the biggest mouth in the family.
Why do you think Big Mouth is a game changer for the oral industry?
I think we live in a society—a world, really—that is instantly gratification-minded. Developing a toothbrush that can potentially allow one to meet oral hygiene goals in less time while feeling better is a win-win proposition.
Being the first Black woman orthodontist to design a toothbrush, how do you feel about that? What emotions are you feeling?
I feel extraordinarily blessed to be where I am and to see where I have the potential to go.
What was your experience being a guest on Shark Tank? What lessons did you learn from the show?
It was exciting and rewarding to be in Shark Tank. I’m not always comfortable sharing personal information with others or speaking in public about things that really matter to me. I’m so invested in the Big Mouth oral care line that it was hard to invite others to scrutinize and judge my efforts so far. I learned that my best can always be better, and I was reminded that every challenge we meet, win or lose, can make us better, and can make us more of who we are meant to be.
What advice do you have for someone wanting to pursue their dreams and make history?
I’d share my uncle Mac’s advice. Stay focused. Believe it. Achieve it.
We are super excited for Dr. Bobbi and her Big Mouth Toothbrush sold out literally 24 Hours after securing a $150K Investment On ‘Shark Tank’!
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