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Special offer just for Delta Dental members! |
| Xylitol |
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Xylitol is an all-natural sweetener found in fruits and vegetables, and even birch trees. The human body produces Xylitol during normal metabolism. |
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| Xylitol Works to Reduce Tooth Decay | ||||||
| Bacteria in the mouth produce acid that weakens teeth and causes cavities. These bacteria cannot be stopped by brushing and flossing alone. Studies show that Xylitol reduces cavity-causing bacteria and the amount of acid in the mouth. | ||||||
| Plaque Decreases with Use of Xylitol | ||||||
| Plaque, which is invisible, is constantly forming a sticky film on your teeth. Unless removed, plaque builds up on your gum line and can lead to gum disease. Gum disease has been linked with health problems as serious as heart disease and diabetes. Studies at the Dental Schools of Michigan and Indiana Universities have found a significant decrease of plaque buildup due to use of mints and chewing gum with Xylitol. | ||||||
| Take Xylitol Every Day | ||||||
| To effectively fight acid-producing bacteria you need 2 grams of Xylitol 3 times a day (for a total of 6 grams). In just four weeks of Xylitol use, decay-causing bacteria can be reduced by more than a third. The most popular and easiest dose of Xylitol is gum. Two pieces of gum contain two grams of Xylitol. |
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| To purchase Xylitol products such as mints or gum, call 800-494-3742 or go to www.epicdental.com/deltadentalma | ||||||
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