As a sugar substitute for people with diabetes. Indian J Dent Res. View abstract. Aspartame is also known as Nutrasweet, Equal, and Sugar Twin. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodIngredientsPackaging/ucm115326.htm. View abstract. ; American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs Expert Panel on Nonfluoride Caries-Preventive Agents. View abstract. Fact Checked. Caries preventive effects of xylitol-based candies and lozenges: a systematic review. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified health care provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor or health care professional before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your health care plan or treatment and to determine what course of therapy is right for you. Marghalani AA, Guinto E, Phan M, Dhar V, Tinanoff. View abstract. Rethman MP, Beltrán-Aguilar ED, Billings RJ, et al. Research shows that aspartame use can result in an accumulation of formaldehyde in the brain, which can damage your central nervous system and immune system and cause genetic trauma. Many people choose to replace sugar with stevia to reduce their calorie consumption. View abstract. Pediatrics 1998;102:879-84. Pediatrics 2014;133:1102-11. Med Hypotheses 2000;54:603-13. Simões Moraes R, Modesto A, Regina Netto Dos Santos K, Drake D. The effect of 1% chlorhexidine varnish and 40% xylitol solution on Streptococcus mutans and plaque accumulation in children. Xylitol for preventing acute otitis media in children up to 12 years of age. Xylitol administered only during respiratory infections failed to prevent acute otitis media. Azarpazhooh A, Lawrence HP, Shah PS. Ear infection (otitis media). Some brands of chewing gum contain xylitol in only very small amounts. These amounts are too small to prevent tooth decay. View abstract. What factors influenced or will influence your purchase? Alanzi A, Soderling E, Varghese A, Honkala E. Xylitol chewing gums on the market: Do they prevent caries? It sounds ideal for those who need to have the sweet taste, but not the calories. Antonio AG, Pierro VS, Maia LC. J Public Health Dent 2011;71:117-24. Where did you or where do you plan to purchase this product? Janakiram C, Deepan Kumar CV, Joseph J. Xylitol in preventing dental caries: A systematic review and meta-analyses. Whitehouse Station: Merck Research Laboratories, 1996. Xylitol products appear to be better for preventing cavities than products containing sorbitol. APPLIED INSIDE THE MOUTH: Did you or will you purchase this product in-store or online? (check all that apply), What factors are most important to you? (check all that apply). View abstract. Side Effects of Sugar Substitutes. View abstract. J Am Dent Assoc 2011;142(9):1065-1071. Effectiveness of xylitol and polyol chewing gum on salivary streptococcus mutans in children: A randomized controlled trial. Also, it's unclear if xylitol helps prevent cavities in children less than 5 years old. Uhari M, Kontiokari T, Koskela M, Niemela M. Xylitol chewing gum in prevention of acute otitis media: double-blind, randomized trial. Soderling E, Isokangas P, Pienihakkinen K, Tenovuo J. Gales MA, Nguyen TM. 08 July, 2011 . Gales MA, Nguyen TM. Everything added to food in the US. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2011Nov 9;(11):CD007095. Merck Index, 12th ed. View abstract. In this article, we look at the possible risks and side effects associated with this natural sweetener. DICP 1989;23:691-2. The FDA admits this, but claims the amount is low enough in most of what we … New evidence, in fact, states that people who frequently consume sugar substitutes may be at an increased risk of excessive weight gain, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Can Oral Hygiene Curb Blood Sugar Spikes? Oral Health Prev Dent 2016;14:459-466. Quiz: What Do You Know About Vitamin B12 Deficiency?