At first glance, a claim that a sweetener derived from the bark of birch trees can prevent cavity formation might seem far-fetched. It can't be true, some might reason. Sugar causes cavities. Not only ...

Squirting the sugar substitute xylitol on infants' teeth could help prevent tooth decay, a disease that afflicts an estimated 28 percent of U.S. children ages 2 to 5, according to a new study. Severe ...

FARGO - At my daughter's last dentist appointment, the hygienist gave her a xylitol sucker, noting that these sweet treats could help prevent cavities. Considering the large dental bill she gave me, I ...

June 28, 2012 — The food sweetener erythritol may be more effective against caries than its chemical cousin xylitol, researchers reported at the International Association of Dental Research (IADR) ...

Xylitol chewing gum has become a familiar part of many oral hygiene conversations, especially as a practical option between ...

Sugar lovers, pay attention! Researchers have discovered that xylitol, the sugar substitute you see in a whole bunch of products, may be harmful to your heart. A study found it could lead to heart ...

Dear Doctors: The whitening toothpaste I’ve been using for several years has a pleasant flavor and keeps coffee from staining my teeth. But I just realized it contains xylitol, which I’m hearing can ...

Nearly 90% of adults have experienced tooth decay, while gum disease affects over half of American adults—yet conventional dental care often treats symptoms rather than addressing root causes.