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Dental chewing gum

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Rationale  

The use of sugar-free dental chewing gum increases salivation and thus enhances the anti-cariogenic effect of

saliva flow.

Regular chewing provides a mechanical cleaning effect, especially for the occlusal surface.

Both effects are seen as aids to regaining mineral loss on tooth surfaces and thus reduce caries experience.

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Review objective 

To appraise the use of dental chewing gum in reducing caries experience .

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There is good evidence that supports the use of sugarless dental chewing gum,

containing Xylitol or Sorbitol, for caries reduction, particularly on the occlusal

tooth surface.

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Clinical implication

 

Dental chewing gum can be used as part of a caries preventative regimen.