2006-12-31 03:55:07 · 12 answers · asked by Crisp Star 2 in Health ➔ Dental
i've heard it is but I' like the true facts.
2006-12-31 03:56:44 · update #1
i've heard it is but I' like the true facts.
2006-12-31 03:56:45 · update #2
It's good to know what it is really.
2007-01-06 20:05:12 · update #3
Yes. The lack of sugar removes the tooth decay / acid problem.
The gum cleans out the little bits between the teeth and the saliva is stimulated to kill bacteria and rinse the mouth.
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2006-12-31 03:59:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a type of sugar free gum called xylitol which has actually been shown in the research to reduce cavities (protect the teeth).
In order to get cavities you need 1. a tooth, 2. bacteria 3. food for the bacteria (sugar). Thats why candy is so bad for teeth and cola (aside from the low pH of the beverage) is REALLY bad for teeth.
By chewing gum with sugar, you are constantly feeding the bacteria. By chewing sugar-free gum you aren't doing so, therefore it is better for your teeth than gum with sugar.
Chewing gum also stimulates salivary flow so if you are chewing gum that has no sugar and thus no deleterious effect of the sugar, you could consider it to be good because good salivary flow baths the teeth in remineralizing saliva and helps keep the teeth clean.
The problem with chewing gum in general is that it can cause problems with the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint).
2006-12-31 04:13:10 · answer #2 · answered by r_smart2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and No! Yes it is good for teeth because chewing encourages saliva production which helps to neutralize acid production after eating. However if you chew too much it can damage the teeth from the constant rubbing/banging/grinding of the teeth when you chew, thus resulting in loss of the enamel of the tooth surfaces!!
2007-01-04 01:58:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chewing Sugar free gum causes saliva to flow washing your teeth naturally, and the sugar free part keeps them from being harmed while doing it.
2007-01-03 18:14:55 · answer #4 · answered by Clamdigger 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to chew gum, definitely make sure it is sugar free gum.
2006-12-31 17:27:52 · answer #5 · answered by Dr. H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-06-29 18:59:21 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the ones with xulitol ar esupposed to be even better than normal sugar free gum.
2006-12-31 04:11:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, dont believe the hype. I chewed a lot of it (Extra) when i was dieting and it rotted my teeth, i eventually had one tooth taken out!! I looked hella slim tho .. lololol
2006-12-31 08:52:04 · answer #8 · answered by Chimera's Song 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It certainly is good, but keep on brushing and flossing your teeth on a regular basis.
2006-12-31 04:30:07 · answer #9 · answered by Vesna G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it does
2007-01-02 20:51:14 · answer #10 · answered by montathra 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋