Bryce Harper Bristles at Blowback From Toothbrushing Technique. Just a Squeeze, From Tube to Tongue
Harper said he has brushed that way forever as the American Dental Association warned against copying the method.
- Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper sparked viral confusion after sharing a TikTok video showing him squeezing toothpaste directly into his mouth, gaining more than 2.7 million views on Jomboy Media.
- Harper explained on Wednesday that the method is simply his lifelong routine rather than a new superstition, telling Phillies Nation, "But yeah, I've done it forever."
- Ohio dentist Andrew Zucker, a consumer advisor for the American Dental Association, advised against the technique, noting it is "not suggested to do it that way," while Maria Ryan at Colgate-Palmolive warned of germ spread.
- During Tuesday's game, the San Diego Padres trolled Harper by displaying his technique on the videoboard as a "fun fact," yet the Phillies swept the series regardless.
- Harper remains unbothered by the banter, stating "I'm happy about that" regarding the viral engagement, as the Phillies maintain a 29-27 record in the Wild Card mix.
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Bryce Harper bristles at blowback from toothbrushing technique. Just a squeeze, from tube to tongue
Bryce Harper's unique toothbrushing technique has sparked a viral sensation. The Philadelphia Phillies star shared a TikTok video showing him squeezing toothpaste directly into his mouth, rather than onto a toothbrush.
Phillies' Bryce Harper Rips 'Losers' After Criticism over Viral Toothpaste TikTok Video
Bryce Harper's unique way of brushing his teeth—he sucks the toothpaste right out of the tube and then begins the process of brushing—went very, very viral after he exposed his method in a recent TikTok video.
Bryce Harper talks toothpaste, viral reaction to his TikTok video
Bryce Harper went viral this week. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire) SAN DIEGO — Bryce Harper filmed a “get ready with me” TikTok video in his downtown San Diego hotel room on Monday, not yet knowing that he’d cause a viral stir. In the eight-minute, eight-second clip, the Phillies superstar talked about the club’s trip out West, applied skincare products to his face and gave a few recommendations. He also brushed his teeth on camer…
Padres troll Bryce Harper’s brushing habit with a large sign
Oct 22, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper (3) after hitting a RBI double in the first inning during game four of the NLCS against the San Diego Padres for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Bryce Harper’s toothbrushing routine has also given Philadelphia Phillies opponents material to troll him. The San Diego Padres started it on…
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