Which gum?

If you can’t brush, chewing gum helps wash away food debris and neutralise an acidic mouth. But not all gums are the same.

Gums sweetened with sugar are a risk for tooth decay while gums sweetened with Xylitol fight tooth decay.

Minty sugar-free gums are fine but lemon, lime or fruit-flavoured sugar-free gums have citric acid which can dissolve tooth enamel over time.

Do you have a specific question about your own oral hygiene habits? Simply gives us a call on 4729 5777 to book a check up and clean with one of our friendly hygienists.