Does xylitol help adults with no teeth?
Xylitol is anti-fungal and may help those with thrush, sore tongue, or denture sore mouth. Debilitated and sick people often have sores at the corners of their mouth (angular cheilitis) and xylitol will help this condition also. A solution of 4 grams of granular xylitol in 6 oz of warm water can be made and sipped throughout the day and night. This solution may alternatively be spritzed into the mouth or wiped onto teeth with a cloth or sponge. Many people report that eating Zellies xylitol mints and gum help them to keep thrush away. If you have a problem with thrush, I would also recommend carefully cleaning your toothbrush every day. Tooth brushes pick up mold similar to the mold seen in a damp shower, especially if your home or bathroom is moist or damp. Tooth brushes should never be stored in closed damp areas or stored in bags. Allow your brush to air dry away from the toilet area after carefully disinfecting every day. You can clean a brush by swishing in Listerine and rinsing o
