How Xylitol Works

Xylitol helps adjust dense biofilm with plaque buildup to thin, protective healthy biofilm.

suppressing the growth of unwanted plaque bacteria and loosening it from the tooth’s surface
- Dental plaque absorbs xylitol as if it were regular sugar, but the plaque bacteria cannot process the 5-carbon xylitol molecule – which is different from the 6-carbon sugar molecule.
- The plaque bacteria are depleted of energy, cannot multiply, can no longer form acids, and eventually wash away.
feeding and promoting healthy bacteria to multiply
- A healthy mouth can have approximately 800 kinds of good bacteria, which is critical for a balanced microbiome.
- Supporting and nurturing these good bacteria is the best way to improve oral health through small, regular amounts of xylitol.
stimulating mineral-rich saliva to strengthen the enamel and neutralize acidity
- Xylitol creates a hygroscopic effect in the mouth, meaning it pulls liquid to itself. When you put xylitol in your mouth, it stimulates the salivary glands.
- One of the greatest dental benefits of healthy saliva is that it contains minerals necessary for rebuilding the strength of enamel.
- Non-acidic – that is, neutral or alkaline – saliva also dilutes acidic liquid in the mouth and around the teeth, offering protection against acids.

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