How to be tooth decay free forever!

Dental caries is an infectious, transmissible disease that result in tooth destruction from pathological microorganisms where the enamel is demineralized in an acidic ph environment.

XYLITOL is commercially available as a noncariogenic sugar substitute with the potential to reduce caries rates by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms in the mouth.

Risk factors or biological predisposing factors to develop tooth decay include moderate to high culture levels of caries inducing microorganisms in the mouth, visible heavy plaque, frequent snacks, rough tooth surface, recreational drug use, inadequate saliva flow, saliva reduction factors (medication, radiation, systemic), exposed roots, and orthodontic appliances.

Protective factors to prevent caries include multiple sources of fluoride at home/school/work, including consumption of fluoridate drinking water, fluoride toothpaste, fluoride mouthrinse, office fluoride application, antibacterials use, like chlorhexidine, XYLITOL gum or lozenges, calcium/phosphate products, and adequate saliva flow.

Tooth decay affects more than a quarter of American children aged 2 to 5 and a half of those aged 12 to 15. In fact, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease of childhood. It can afflict people of all ages, cultures, socioeconomic levels but it is particularly severe in young children who live in poverty as well as minorities and those in poor health.

Commercial available XYLITOL is from birch tree and other hardwoods as well as fruits and vegetables. XYLITOL is found in products such as chewing gum, mints, mouthwash, toothpaste, sweetener, candy, and cookies. Studies suggest positive results with daily XYLITOL taken three to seven times per day for a total intake of 4-10 grams for ages 6 through adulthood. XYLITOL usage by a parent of caregiver should begin 3 months after delivery and until the child is 2 years of age. In large quantities (over four to five times the recommended consumption), diarrhea can result. Additionally, XYLITOL is not indicated for pets, especially dogs.

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