Briefing paper: xylitol, caries and plaque

Br Dent J. 1998 Nov 28;185(10):520. doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.4809855.

Abstract

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener. Beyond being non-cariogenic, it exhibits both passive and active anti-caries properties and is used in confectionery and oral care products.

MeSH terms

  • Cariostatic Agents / pharmacology
  • Cariostatic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Dental Caries / prevention & control*
  • Dental Plaque / metabolism*
  • Humans
  • Streptococcus mutans / drug effects
  • Tooth Remineralization
  • Xylitol / pharmacology
  • Xylitol / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Cariostatic Agents
  • Xylitol