Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 5 - Chemical Principles - Clinical Case - Question - Page 135: 1

Answer

Since xylitol is a sugar alcohol; oral streptococci cannot utilize it to grow and reproduce. Xylitol inhibits the bacterial growth thus reducing tooth decay.

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Since xylitol is a sugar alcohol; oral streptococci cannot utilize it to grow and reproduce. Xylitol inhibits the bacterial growth thus reducing tooth decay.
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