2006-08-14 06:34:32 · 27 answers · asked by Jeremy Fawcett 2 in Health ➔ Dental
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2006-08-14 06:37:29 · answer #1 · answered by pa1mcd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There has actually been some debate about this in the dental community, not too long ago.
While not everybody agrees -- it seems that the majority believe that chewing sugar-free gum is good for your teeth -- especially when you're not able to brush.
Chewing gum helps to pick up the plaque deposits that form around the gum-line and in less accessable areas of the mouth.
2006-08-14 21:18:33 · answer #2 · answered by Brian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chewing sugar free gum is healthy. If you have any food particle stuck up in between your teeth, it removes them therefore preventing cavities. Moreover chewing releases saliva which is antibacterial in nature. In kills bacteria and keeps your teeth and gums healthy. The third merit is that you are exercising your jaw bones and facial muscles thus preventing the wrinkles. So chew gums always. The only demerit according to me is that you pay for chewing gums and it is not FREE. The Government, should consider the merits and make it free for all.
2006-08-14 13:52:07 · answer #3 · answered by ashtre2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is what my brother says - he rarely cleans his teeth but he chews a lot of gum, he went to the dentist the other day and apparently his teeth are fine.
2006-08-14 13:40:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah it's good. Chewing a lot causes laxative effects sometimes! The more xylitol in the gum, the better.
2006-08-14 13:45:03 · answer #5 · answered by cooliocarlito 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you use a sugar free gum with xylitol sweetener, improved dental health is assured. This sweetener was invented in Finland where it is commonly used and recent research has shown a significant decrease in dental caries due to the gum.
2006-08-16 14:39:01 · answer #6 · answered by Colin T. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't say it is good for them. But it isn't bad for them. Chewing sugarless gum after eating increases saliva flow and helps cleanse the teeth. It doesn't clean them as well as brushing, but it is better then nothing if you can't brush. Chewing gum can, however, be bad for your jaw or your TMJ.
2006-08-14 13:46:09 · answer #7 · answered by tickle2th 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not as bad as gums with real sugar in them, you just have to watch out for all those sugar substitutes
2006-08-14 13:38:37 · answer #8 · answered by spartygal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. And chewing gum after you eat if you can't brush will help cut down the germs and bacteria that can lead to cavities.
2006-08-14 13:39:07 · answer #9 · answered by Fleur de Lis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes cos even dentist recommend them.
It cleans your teeth in an emergency when you havent got toothpaste as it help produce saliva in the mouth and kills bacteria and if you are chewing mint flavour also freshens your breath too
2006-08-15 18:21:55 · answer #10 · answered by stevenjohnevans 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes without doubt. I am in my late 50s and have chewed it for years and still have all my teeth.
2006-08-14 13:38:20 · answer #11 · answered by daisychain 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋