Xylitol for Dry Mouth

Xylitol is a plant-based sweetener widely used in sugar-free gum and lozenges. Xylitol is also included in many toothpastes, and oral sprays. It’s got amazing benefits for your dental health with a sweet taste. There’s a good chance you’ve encountered it without even knowing!

People with dry mouth are often told to use Xylitol, because it helps stimulate saliva production.

It naturally boosts saliva flow by stimulating production of saliva, adding the much needed moisture to help you with uncomfortable dry mouth issues

Comfort isn’t the only benefit in keeping your mouth moist. It also keeps it healthy by keeping the flow of neutralizing acids to help fight bacteria and it helps you wash away food particles that can cause more issues

If you have cracked lips, you may not have enough moisture in your mouth. Burning sensation in the gums or oral infections can also occur, none of which is ideal or healthy for you!

When your mouth is moist, and saliva is properly being produced, you’re also going to help protect your teeth against cavities, helping to wash away bacteria that forms into plaque and causing tooth decay.

No one likes holes in their teeth or irritated gums! Xylitol products help you prevent that.

What Xylitol Products Can You Use?

Xylitol is available in a variety of products that can be found at the pharmacy, in clinics and even online. Such as:

• Sugar-free Xylitol gum   
• Xylitol mints
• Xylitol lozenges
• Xylitol Mouth sprays & gels
• Toothpaste and mouthwash with Xylitol

Look for the CDA Seal of Recognition on Canadian made Xylitol products to ensure you’re getting the best option for your dental and oral needs!

If you struggle with dry mouth, or you’re experiencing symptoms of dry mouth, book an appointment with our dental team and we’ll help sort out if Xylitol products are right for you.