If untreated, gum disease could lead to bone and tooth loss. If gum disease is caught early and hasn’t damaged the structures below the gum line, a professional cleaning should do. If the pockets between your gums and teeth are too deep, however, scaling and root planing may be needed.
From ADA approved chewing gums to the oral health impact of chewing gum: insights for dental professionals from the ADA.
The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ Acceptance of Orbit Sugarfree Gum is based on its finding that the physical action of chewing Orbit Sugarfree Gum for 20 minutes after eating, stimulates saliva flow, which helps to prevent cavities by reducing plaque acids and strengthening teeth.
Mouthrinses may offer additional benefit in terms of reducing the risk of bad breath, cavities, or gum disease; or for relief of dry mouth or pain from oral sores.
Home Oral Care Recommendations to Reduce the Risk of Caries and Gum Disease No two people are the same. Help patients take charge of their oral health at home with these tailored, evidence-based oral care recommendations.
The Acceptance Program applies to over-the-counter dental products for which safety and efficacy has been established by laboratory and/or clinical evaluations where appropriate. Accordingly, the purpose of these requirements is to provide a structure upon which sugar-free chewing gum used to help prevent cavities can be considered for ADA Acceptance.
The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ Acceptance of Trident Sugarfree Gum is based on its finding that the physical action of chewing Trident Sugarfree Gum 12 Flavors for 20 minutes after eating, stimulates saliva flow, which helps to prevent cavities by reducing plaque acids and strengthening teeth.