The potential benefits of sugar‐free chewing gum on the oral health and quality of life of older people living in the community: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Prescription of sugar-free chewing gum to dentate older people living in the community and attending routine dental services was not associated with a significant increase in stimulated saliva flow. There were, however, significant improvements in Plaque and Gingival Index scores, and in self-perceived oral health.