Is Chewing Gum Bad?
Continued from What Causes Bad Breath.
Brighten your smile − with gum!
The Claim “Chewing gum after eating and drinking helps fight cavities, remove food particles, and neutralize plaque acids.”
The Reality Sugar-free gum can work wonders. “The simple action of chewing increases saliva flow and raises alkaline levels, washing away plaque and neutralizing acids on the teeth,” says Larry Chow, Ph.D., chief research scientist at the Paffenbarger Research Center of the American Dental Association.
Bonus Gum with calcium and phosphate can actually fight tooth decay, says Chow. Trident contains calcium derived from milk and phosphate.
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