Edelstein’s group estimates that for every $1 spent on xylitol products for high-risk mothers on New York’s government-run insurance programs for the poor, $1.76 will be saved over 10 years in ...

"Rinsing with a fluoride mouthwash can help strengthen the enamel and reduce sensitivity," Wei said. "Some mouthwashes ...

Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Xylitol gum is a sugar-free chewing gum sweetened with xylitol, a sugar alcohol that exists naturally but can also be made artificially. Among the health ...

Squirting the sugar substitute xylitol on infants’ teeth could help prevent the tooth decay that afflicts an estimated 28% of U.S. children ages 2 to 5, according to a new study.

Moreover, she said, there is little or no risk of xylitol causing tooth decay, especially when it’s compared to regular sugar. Products that contain xylitol, like gum or lozenges, can increase ...

A daily intake of xylitol is recommended as a supplement for patients at high risk for tooth decay. Xylitol products that actively stimulate the secretion of saliva should be the first choice ...

Numerous studies have confirmed that xylitol is an effective way to prevent tooth decay and fight cavities. Its efficacy however, is dose-related, hence care must be taken to use products with ...

Tooth decay in toddlers can be treated with the topical syrup xylitol, which is a naturally occurring non-cavity-causing sweetener, researchers at the University of Washington have suggested. For ...

Edelstein's group estimates that for every $1 spent on xylitol products for high-risk mothers on New York’s government-run insurance programs for the poor, $1.76 will be saved over 10 years in ...