What is xylitol and why is it good for my teeth?
Xylitol is a natural sweetener that is made from birch. It is found in many sugar free gums. Xylitol is also found in many foods that you eat such as raspberries, strawberries, yellow plum and endive. Most bacteria in the mouth is unable to use xylitol, this is one of the reasons why it helps to prevent cavities. Chewing a piece of gum containing xylitol after a meal or a snack will help increase the flow of saliva and help clean your teeth when you don’t have the opportunity to brush.
