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[Prophylaxis of dental caries using sugar substitutes]
Zentralblatt Fur Bakteriologie, Mikrobiologie Und Hygiene. 1. Abt. Originale B, Hygiene
|December 1, 1984
Summary
Sugar substitutes can aid in preventing tooth decay when combined with fluoride and good hygiene. This review details various sugar substitutes and their effectiveness for caries prevention in adults and children.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Nutrition Science
- Food Technology
Background:
- Dental caries prevention relies on a combination of fluoride, oral hygiene, and nutrition.
- Dietary factors, particularly sugar intake, significantly influence caries development.
- Sugar substitutes offer a potential strategy to reduce cariogenic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a detailed review of sugar substitutes for caries prevention.
- To discuss the composition, production, and medical aspects of sugar substitutes.
- To evaluate the efficacy and limitations of sugar substitutes in adults and children.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of sugar substitutes and their role in caries prevention.
- Analysis of the composition and production of various nutritive and non-calorific sweeteners.
- Medical evaluation of sugar substitute applications in dental health.
Main Results:
- Several nutritive (Xylite, Lycasine, Mannite, Sorbite, Palatinite) and non-calorific (Aspartame, Saccharine, Cyclamate) sugar substitutes are available.
- These substitutes can be utilized in caries prevention strategies.
- The effectiveness and limitations vary among different substitutes for different age groups.
Conclusions:
- Sugar substitutes represent a valuable tool in comprehensive caries prevention programs.
- Understanding the properties and applications of diverse sugar substitutes is crucial for dental professionals and consumers.
- Further research may explore optimal usage patterns for different populations.