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<\/a>You already know how damaging sugar can be to your smile. But did you know there\u2019s an alternative to sugar that can give you your sweet fix without ruining your oral health?<\/p>\n<\/a>You already know how damaging sugar can be to your smile. But did you know there\u2019s an alternative to sugar that can give you your sweet fix without ruining your oral health?<\/p>\n
Xylitol<\/b> is a natural sweetener derived from the fibrous part of plants. But unlike sugar, which creates an acidic environment harmful to your smile\u2019s tooth enamel, xylitol<\/b> creates a neutral environment. In this environment, bad bacteria have trouble sticking to teeth, preventing cavities instead of causing them.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s why xylitol<\/b> is sometimes used as the main cavity-fighting ingredient in toothpaste. There are also brands that specialize in candy sweetened with xylitol<\/b>, like Ice Chips<\/a> and Dr. John\u2019s Candies<\/a>. You can even find xylitol<\/b> candy for sale on Amazon and in some natural health food stores.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re going to be doing some baking for Halloween, or in November and December, xylitol<\/b> can also be substituted for sugar at a 1:1 ratio. No one will notice the change, but everyone will benefit.<\/p>\n Do you have questions about xylitol<\/b> and how it can benefit your smile? Talk to Dr. Duane Keuning<\/a> and Dr. Greg Riley<\/a> of Juno Beach Restorative & Aesthetic<\/a>. We can explain more about how sugar can damage your smile and how xylitol<\/b> works as a substitute. We can also recommend a treatment plan to help you with any oral health problems.<\/p>\n Explore our services<\/a> or call us today<\/a>. We serve patients from Juno Beach<\/b>, North Palm Beach Gardens<\/b>, Jupiter<\/b>, and Tequesta<\/b>.
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