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How does xylitol affect teeth?

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Research has shown that the use of xylitol also helps repair damage to the enamel. Saliva in itself protects the mouth and teeth. Stimulated saliva in particular contains all the components needed to repair early cavities. If sugar is only taken a couple of times a day, the saliva can do the job alone. read more

Xylitol is a sugar substitute. And like most sugar substitutes if you overdue it you can have gastro intestinal distress but when used in moderation it can be helpful. They do make toothpaste, and mouthwash with xylitol. They also have mints, hard candy and gum with xylitol. read more

(Bacterial colonies being able to adhere to teeth is an important step in cavity formation.) 3) Xylitol use promotes tooth remineralization. Remineralization is a process that helps to reverse the damage caused by demineralization (the process that results in tooth decay). read more

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