How
to use Xylitol
It is not necessary to replace all sweeteners
to get the dental benefits of xylitol.
Look for xylitol sweetened products
that encourage chewing or sucking to
keep the xylitol in contact with your
teeth. The best items use xylitol as
the principal sweetener.
How
much?
Studies show that 4 to 12 grams of xylitol
per day are very effective. It’s
easy to keep track of your xylitol intake.
The "all xylitol" mints and
gums contain about one gram of xylitol
in each piece. You could begin with
as little as one piece four times a
day for a total of four grams. It is
not necessary to use more than 15 grams
per day as higher intakes yield diminishing
dental benefits.
How
often?
If used only occasionally or even as
often as once a day, xylitol may NOT
be effective, regardless of the amount.
Use xylitol at least three, and preferably
5 times every day.
Timing
Use immediately after eating and clearing
the mouth by swishing water, if possible.
Between meals, replace ordinary chewing
gum, breath mints, or breath spray with
comparable xylitol products.
