Xylodent® is made with Xylitol, a sugar substitute that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables, and is even produced by our own bodies as a part of normal metabolism. Unlike sugar, Xylitol does not promote tooth decay. In fact, in clinical Xylitol studies, Xylitol has been shown to fight cavities by reducing the fermentation of mouth bacteria. Xylitol has also been found to reduce the build-up of plaque by improving the ratio of soluble polysaccharides to insoluble polysaccharides, making plaque less sticky and easier to remove. Because Xylitol looks and tastes just like sugar, it makes an excellent substitute sweetener. That's why XyloDent®, the gum with a full gram of Xylitol, plus tooth whitening baking soda, is such a great choice for dental health.