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[Sugar studies at Turku].

A Scheinin, K K Makinen

    Deutsche Zahnarztliche Zeitschrift
    |January 1, 1977
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    Xylitol significantly reduces tooth decay compared to sucrose and fructose. Clinical trials show xylitol prevents cavities, suggesting it

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    Area of Science:

    • Dental Research
    • Cariology
    • Microbiology

    Context:

    • Dental caries remains a significant public health issue globally.
    • Dietary sugars like sucrose are primary contributors to caries development.
    • Alternative sweeteners are being investigated for their cariogenic potential.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the anti-cariogenic effects of xylitol compared to sucrose and fructose.
    • To assess the safety of orally administered xylitol.
    • To investigate the mechanisms behind xylitol's non-cariogenic properties.

    Summary:

    • Two clinical trials compared xylitol (X) with sucrose (S) and fructose (F).
    • Complete substitution of sucrose with xylitol resulted in zero DMFS-increment over 2 years, versus 7.2 for sucrose and 3.8 for fructose.

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  • Partial substitution using xylitol-containing chewing gum significantly reduced caries incidence compared to sucrose gum over 1 year.

    • Impact:

    • Xylitol demonstrates significant non-cariogenic and anti-cariogenic properties.
    • Findings suggest xylitol's benefits stem from its resistance to microbial metabolism and beneficial effects on plaque and saliva.
    • Supports the use of xylitol as a safe and effective alternative in oral hygiene products to prevent dental caries.