The artwork of 12 primary school students will be showcased at the Colgate Bright Smile regional competition.

Depicting the theme ‘Why my bright smile is important’ the works of art have been selected by judges based on their originality, creativity and depiction of the theme.

Colgate Palmolive General Manager Jarod Parker says although it’s a cash prize competition, it’s also to remind people of the need for oral hygiene.

“That’s where we starting to have children look after their own smile and start to think about why the routine of brushing their teeth at least two times a day does make a difference to themselves and their future.”

The regional competition will be held in August in Australia and the winner will then represent the Pacific at the global competition later in the year.