Author/Authors :
Tuna, Miraç Sezgi Şenol Ankara Üniversitesi - Diş Hekimliği Fakültesi - Pedodonti Anabilim Dalı, Turkey , Aras, Şaziye Ankara Üniversitesi - Diş Hekimliği Fakültesi - Pedodonti Anabilim Dalı, Turkey
Title Of Article :
The effects of various chewing gums on oral and dental health
Abstract :
Chewing gums are often used as exhilarating in daily routine. With the addition of various therapeutic agents to its structure, chewing gums can be used in the treatment of periodontal diseases, xerostomia, erosion and are recommended for individuals with high caries activity. Chewing gums can also promote the saliva buffer capacity and remineralization potential. Especially, tooth-friendly chewing gums containing sugar alcohols, are included in caries preventive programs.
NaturalLanguageKeyword :
Chewing gum , oral health , preventive dentistry , sugar alcohols , tooth remineralization
JournalTitle :
Acta Odontologica Turcica
