Despite the improvements in dental health achieved through the use of fluoride, caries is still a widespread global problem. Decreasing sugar intake, and finding practical means to reduce its detrimental effects, remains a priority in controlling the incidence of tooth decay.

The formulation of confectionery sweetened with dentally safe sugar substitutes is a key weapon in the fight against caries. XIVIA™ Xylitol is particularly suitable for this purpose due to its unique dental properties.

XIVIA™ is proven to:

• Help reduce the development of cavities (dental caries) 
• Resist fermentation by oral bacteria 
• Reduce plaque formation 
• Increase salivary flow to remineralise damaged tooth enamel
• Complement  and reinforce the effect of fluoride in oral hygiene products

Xylitol is recommended by many dental associations worldwide, through the endorsement of sugar-free confectionery products in which Xylitol constitutes at least 50% of the total sweetener.