Dental health

Conventional sugars such as table sugar, dextrose or fructose are considered to be the main cause of Caries. Children and athletes in particular, who frequently consume large amounts of sugar, are more susceptible to tooth damage.

Caries and its development

Caries is one of the most common dental diseases. Bacteria in the oral flora convert sugar into Acids which attack the tooth enamel. It is not just the amount of sugar that is decisive, but how often sugar is consumed. Frequent snacking or constantly drinking sweet drinks puts more strain on the teeth than individual meals. Even more problematic is the combination of sugar with Acids - for example in cola, fruit juices or smoothies.

Prevention of tooth decay

Important are regular Oral hygiene and moderate use of sugar. After eating acidic foods, you should wait a little while before brushing your teeth to protect the enamel. Dairy products such as cheese or yoghurt can also help to stimulate salivation and provide minerals.

Tooth-friendly alternatives

Rare and functional sugars are gentle on teeth, as they are not utilized by caries bacteria, or only to a limited extent:

• Galactose reduces plaque formation and makes it more difficult for bacteria to adhere.

• Isomaltulose * & Tagatose * do not promote acid formation and are considered tooth-friendly sweetening alternatives.

• Trehalose has not shown any negative effect on tooth enamel in previous studies.

• Erythritol * & Erythritol-Stevia are hardly metabolized and do not contribute to acid formation.

Dental health of children

Children like to snack and often reach for sweet drinks or snacks. To protect their teeth, we offer Tooth-friendly sugar alternatives is a good way to sweeten foods such as quark, yoghurt or cocoa in a child-friendly way. This allows them to enjoy their food without putting unnecessary strain on their teeth.

Dental health of athletes

Athletes often take Sugary drinks to fill up on energy. As these are often consumed in small sips over long periods of time, the risk of tooth decay increases significantly. With Dr. Coy's sugar On the other hand, you can prepare sports drinks and snacks that provide energy and are also tooth-friendly. Examples include homemade drinks based on isomaltulose and trehalose or shakes with galactose and quark, which also support tooth enamel with minerals. Ribose can also be used as a supplement.