{"id":11919,"date":"2022-07-11T12:00:15","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T19:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/?p=11919"},"modified":"2022-07-11T12:00:17","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T19:00:17","slug":"is-chewing-gum-any-good-for-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/is-chewing-gum-any-good-for-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Chewing Gum Any Good for Your Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chew gum has been around&nbsp;<strong>for centuries<\/strong>&nbsp;. However, not all chewing gums can be considered equal.&nbsp;Although it may be sold alongside sugary chewing gum and candy, not all gum can cause tooth damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some chewing gums can actually be beneficial for your oral health.&nbsp;Learn more about the oral health benefits of chewing gum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which chewing gum is best for your teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalhealth.org\/tell-me-about\/topic\/caring-for-teeth\/sugar-free-chewing-gum\"><strong>Oral Health Foundation<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;states that chewing sugar-free gum stimulates saliva, which can help clear away food, rinse out bacteria, strengthen teeth and reduce acid buildup in the mouth.&nbsp;Certain gum types may have multiple benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/cavities\/dental-caries-how-they-are-formed-and-what-you-can-do-to-prevent-them\"><\/a><strong><strong>Prevent cavities<\/strong><\/strong><\/li><li>Strengthen enamel<\/li><li>Spiral flow increases<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The gum ingredient Xylitol, which is a gum ingredient, is great for your teeth.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If chewing gum contains Xylitol, it can prevent cavities.\u00a0According to multiple studies, Xylitol, a naturally occurring sweetener, has been shown to decrease the plaque-causing bacteria according to a\u00a0<strong>2017 review<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Xylitol is also able to neutralize acids produced by bacteria. This helps keep tooth enamel strong and prevents tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can chewing gum strengthen my teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some chewing gum options have added a substance called casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP).\u00a0Recaldent also contains CPP-ACP. It has been shown to\u00a0<strong>remineralize<\/strong>\u00a0and slow down tooth decay.\u00a0CPP-ACP should be avoided by people who are allergic to milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which gum should I chew?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for sugarless gum when you go to the grocery store.&nbsp;The ADA seal indicates that the product is safe and effective for your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many choices for chewing gum.&nbsp;Instead of buying a pack of sugary gum that could damage your teeth, make sure you read the entire package. Always choose a sugar-free option that has been proven to reduce plaque and prevent tooth decay.&nbsp;Your teeth will be grateful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chew gum has been around&nbsp;for centuries&nbsp;. However, not all chewing gums can be considered equal.&nbsp;Although it may be sold alongside sugary chewing gum and candy, not all gum can cause tooth damage. Some chewing gums can actually be beneficial for your oral health.&nbsp;Learn more about the oral health benefits of chewing gum. 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