Dental care and oral health information you need
from the Academy of General Dentistry


Friday, March 29, 2024
Know Your Teeth Academy of General Dentistry Know Your Teeth

InfoBites

Quick Reference

Learn what those dental words mean.

Check out how your teeth and mouth change in every stage of life.

RSS

Feeds

Get dental news feeds delivered directly to your desktop! more...

Gum Chewers Have Reason to Smile About Xylitol

 
Chapter: Three Tips for a Sugar-free Mouth

  • Keep a toothbrush and toothpaste handy; children can keep travel-size products in lockers or backpacks, and adults should keep a spare pair at work.

  • Chew sugarless gum, with or without xylitol, after meals or snacks when unable to brush.

  • Drink water throughout the day to help cleanse teeth of excess bacteria.

Reviewed: January 2012