Does chewing gum act like a toothbrush??
Question:
Answers:
Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years. Absolutely not and it is terrible for the teeth. The sugar in gum coats the teeth and the saliva carries is between the teeth to start decay and cause all sorts of problems. Brushing, flossing and a good rinse is the ONLY thing that should be done with your teeth before bed. Sugar on your teeth all night is a disaster waiting to happen. No gum does anything any good to teeth and it is a good habit to stop. If you have any another questions, please ask.
dentists haven't actually said it DOES yet, but they say it definately helps
NO! BRUSH YOUR TEETH BUDDY!
no.. but it help plaque after eating
no
There are some types of chewing gum such as Trident that has a cleansing substance called Xylitol infused in the gum that helps clean your teeth. Don't depend on gum to clean your teeth because it does not get rid of the plaque. It's better to brush and use mouthwash such as listerine.
I hope this helps.
More Questions & Answers...