Non-Fluoride Caries Preventive Agents

Advise parents and caregivers of children 5 years or older that use of sucrose-free polyol (xylitol only or polyol combinations) chewing gum for 10 to 20 minutes after meals may reduce incidence of coronal caries. (Weak)

Advise adults that use of sucrose-free polyol (xylitol only or polyol combinations) chewing gum for 10 to 20 minutes after meals may reduce incidence of coronal caries. (Expert Opinion)

Advise parents and caregivers of children 5 years or older that the daily use of xylitol-containing lozenges or hard candies that are dissolved slowly in the mouth after meals may reduce incidence of coronal caries (5-8 grams/day divided into two to three doses). (Expert Opinion)