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Does not cause tooth decay: Erythritol like other polyols is resistant to metabolism by oral bacteria which break down sugars and starches to produce acids which may lead to tooth enamel loss and cavities formation. They are, therefore, non-cariogenic. The usefulness of polyols, including erythritol, as alternatives to sugars and as part of a comprehensive program including proper dental hygiene has been recognized by the American Dental Association. The FDA has approved the use of a "does not promote tooth decay" health claim in labeling for sugar-free foods that contain erythritol or other polyols.
SOURCE: This information has been provided with the kind permission of the Calorie Control Council, www.caloriecontrol.org
Erythritol is toothfriendly In Vivo Plaque-pH test
Example of a plaque pH curve of interdental plaque in one volunteer during and for 30 minutes after consumption of a erythritol-based lozenge. A 0.3 mol/l (10%) sucrose rinse for two minutes was used as positive control.
Anti-cariogenic Activity of erythritol
In vitro incubation with S.mutans at 3% concentration and 37ºC
Total acid production in mmol
•Erythritol is capable to (partly) inhibit oral bacteria in their ability to ferment certain sugars. • For example, sugar-free toothfriendly milk chocolate can be made with normal lactose - containing milk powder when erythritol is used as the sole bulk sweetener.
SOURCES: Information provided by Dental Institute Zurich
