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Erythritol Is More Effective Than Xylitol and Sorbitol in Managing Oral Health Endpoints

Erythritol Is More Effective Than Xylitol and Sorbitol in Managing Oral Health Endpoints

Peter de Cock, Kauko Mäkinen, Eino Honkala, Mare Saag, Elke Kennepohl, Alex Eapen

Int J Dent. 2016;2016:9868421.

PMID: 27635141

Abstract:

Objective. To provide a comprehensive overview of published evidence on the impact of erythritol, a noncaloric polyol bulk sweetener, on oral health. Methods. A literature review was conducted regarding the potential effects of erythritol on dental plaque (biofilm), dental caries, and periodontal therapy. The efficacy of erythritol on oral health was compared with xylitol and sorbitol. Results. Erythritol effectively decreased weight of dental plaque and adherence of common streptococcal oral bacteria to tooth surfaces, inhibited growth and activity of associated bacteria like S. mutans, decreased expression of bacterial genes involved in sucrose metabolism, reduced the overall number of dental caries, and served as a suitable matrix for subgingival air-polishing to replace traditional root scaling. Conclusions. Important differences were reported in the effect of individual polyols on oral health. The current review provides evidence demonstrating better efficacy of erythritol compared to sorbitol and xylitol to maintain and improve oral health.

Chemicals Related in the Paper:

Catalog Number	Product Name	Structure	CAS Number	Price
AP149326-B	Erythritol		149-32-6	Price

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