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We would often chew bubble gum with our friends when we were kids, but our parents and pediatric dentists were quick to tell us that it was best to avoid it altogether. Brushing our teeth twice a day and flossing once a day are great habits to have in order to maintain good oral health, but what happens if you go out to dinner in Houston and the drive back home is long, so it will be a while before you can brush your teeth again? Chewing xylitol gum is a good solution in the meantime.
Xylitol is what is known as a sugar alcohol. It sounds alarming, but it isn't. This particular sugar alcohol is naturally present in common fruits and vegetables. It can also be extracted from birch trees and corncobs. Interestingly, xylitol also occurs naturally in the body, which means that, as a sweetener, it has little to no side effects compared to other sugar alternatives.
There is no need to completely give up a sugary treat we enjoyed as kids because now there are alternatives that can actually improve our oral health in between cleanings with a family or pediatric dentist. Just remember that chewing sugar-free gum should never replace brushing your teeth and flossing. It should only protect your teeth until you can brush them again.
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