EFFECTS OF CHEWING GUM ON YOUR TEETH
- Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth?
- Is Sugar Free Gum Bad for Your Teeth?
Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth?
The answer is yes, if it is the right kind. Chewing gum can help prevent tooth decay, as long as you choose a sugarless gum. Chewing gum causes your mouth to produce more saliva, which helps neutralize and rinse away some of the acid that forms in your mouth when you break down food. So, if you chew gum after a meal, you may be helping to protect your teeth and promote oral health.
Also, the minerals generated by the extra saliva can even help strengthen your tooth enamel, which also reduces your risk of a dental cavity.
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Is Sugar Free Gum Bad for Your Teeth?
Parents can share this oral care hint with children and teens, who often chew gum. Just be sure that they choose sugarless gum, not a sugary bubble gum, which can have the opposite effect and contribute to the buildup of plaque on teeth. The American Dental Association recommends sugarless gum, and some types of sugarless gum have the American Dental Association seal of approval on their packaging. So, if you are uncertain about which gum is best for promoting oral health, look for that seal when you purchase gum for yourself or your family members.
But remember (and remind children) that gum-chewing, even sugarless gum, is not a substitute for a regular oral care routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily proper flossing with quality dental care products.
Chewing Gum with Dentures
Gum is known to be quite “sticky” and you may be worried that chewing gum can adhere to your dentures. However, depending on the type of fittings on your denture, you may be able to chew any gum of your choosing. And, since you can’t get cavities on dentures, you can enjoy any type of gum flavor you want! Just be sure to follow the proper denture care instructions and cleaning tips to better protect your mouth and gum line.
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