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Can chewing sugar-free gum help with dry-mouth and bad breath?

Sugar-free gum can help with producing saliva and reduce the symptoms of dry-mouth and bad breath. These conditions are based on lack of saliva.

Can chewing sugar-free gum protect against dental erosion?

Chewing sugar-free gum can help prevent acid attacks that cause dental erosion, acids that start to eat into the enamel due to citrus fruits and juices. Making more saliva can help replace the minerals that the enamel has lost. It is recommended to chew sugar-free gum after eating a meal to lower the amount of acid attacks on the teeth.

Can sugar-free gum whiten my teeth?

Depending on the brand, some sugar-free gums have whitening products in them. However, they may not whiten the teeth but may help with the staining from the build up on the teeth. This could be due to not brushing, smoking or drinking coffee and red wine.