Chewing Gum

Studies have shown that chewing gum can have an indirect, positive effect on dental hygiene. Chewing gum after meals helps to stimulate the production of saliva and overall salivary flow. Saliva helps to wash away and neutralize the acid produced by bacteria in plaque. This acid is responsible for dental decay and bad breath. Chewing gum can also help relieve pressure in your ears and sinuses by encouraging jaw movement.

On the other hand, chewing gum typically contains a sweetener of some type. Chewing gum that contains sugar, for example, can be harmful to your teeth. Sugar fuels the acid-producing bacteria in your mouth.

There are, however, a number of sweeteners that help prevent cavities and reduce the acid production in your mouth. Xylitol, a natural sweetener found in many fruits and vegetables, tastes and looks like sugar but without the negative side effects. Chewing gum that contains high levels of xylitol fights cavities and dental decay by creating an unwelcome environment for bacteria. Xylitol is one of bacteria's natural enemies-in a xylitol-rich environment, bacteria lose their ability to stick to teeth and are therefore unable to colonize and turn into plaque.

Spry™ Sugar-Free Chewing Gum, sweetened with all-natural xylitol, comes in spearmint, peppermint, and cinnamon flavors. It also comes in strawberry and fresh fruit flavors that kids love! Spry xylitol gum is available in "blister packs" (each contains 20 packs of 10 pieces each), or you can purchase a bottle of 100 pieces. In addition, the makers of Spry Chewing Gum, Xlear Inc., offer a variety of dental products that will dramatically increase your oral health.

The Spry Dental Defense System™ also includes:

• Sugar-Free Mints
• Coolmint Oral Rinse
• Coolmint Toothpaste
• Infant Oral Gel

Clinical studies have shown reductions in tooth decay by up to 80% in people who consistently use products sweetened with 100% Xylitol. Put the power of xylitol to work for you and keep your mouth refreshed!

For more information and solutions for your life, visit Xlearinc.com.