Finally, a sweet treat that children love without damaging their teeth!
Advantages of Dr. Cvety dental lollipops
- You can safely give them to your child every time they crave something sweet. Dr. Cvety lollipops contain sugar substitutes that do not cause cavities, but quite the opposite - they support dental health by maintaining an optimal pH in the oral cavity.
- They have a shape specifically designed for a child's mouth. Unlike regular lollipops, dental treats have a flattened shape, and this is not accidental. It is adapted to the space between the cheek and the teeth, so that the child can suck the lollipop with a closed mouth and swallow well. When consuming spherical lollipops, the tissues are strained, the cheek becomes like a "seaweed" from the pressure, and due to the stretching, children have to breathe through their mouths. As a result, the teeth dry out - saliva cannot protect them, and chronic demineralization begins - a prerequisite for cavity formation.
- They offer longer sweet enjoyment for the child. They dissolve more slowly during consumption because they do not contain acids that stimulate salivation. By staying longer in the mouth, Dr. Cvety dental lollipops ensure an even accumulation of xylitol on the tooth enamel, which prevents the appearance of cavities.
Who are they suitable for?
Dental lollipops are a prophylactic product. They are a very suitable surprise for a child in a dental office, as well as a sweet treat for home.
The delicious treat is suitable for people with metabolic problems or diabetes because its ingredients are low-calorie, have a low glycemic index, and are metabolized independently of insulin.
Quality of Dr. Cvety dental lollipopsHealthy treats are a dream not only for children but also for their mothers, who would not want to deprive their little ones of sweet pleasures. It was with this motivation that two mothers initiated the creation of Dr. Cvety dental lollipops.
The recipe was developed jointly with Prof. Hadjikinov and Chief Assistant Dr. Hadjikinova from the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv. The final product was tested by focus groups, including the children of the founders, to select the most desired flavors and ensure the best lollipop shape.
How are Dr. Cvety dental lollipops beneficial for children's teeth?
The active ingredient in dental lollipops is xylitol, known for its antimicrobial and anti-cariogenic action. To understand how these treats are beneficial for children's teeth, we need to understand how cavities form and how xylitol works.
How do cavities form?
The formation of dental caries is associated with demineralization of tooth enamel upon contact with acids - lactic, formic, acetic, butyric, and propionic. Acids are formed during the fermentation of carbohydrates that stick to the teeth during eating.
The processes of demineralization and remineralization involve the exchange of calcium and phosphate ions to and from the enamel, respectively, with the help of saliva. When the balance of these two processes is disrupted in favor of demineralization in a more acidic environment, then cavity formation begins.
The disruption of the balance usually occurs when carbohydrates are consumed. Bacteria in the mouth feed on carbohydrates, and their breakdown produces acids that cause cavities.
How do xylitol and isomalt work in dental lollipops?
The acidic potential of foods can be measured by a pH test of dental plaque. Such tests have also been done with xylitol and isomalt intake. The results show that both substances maintain the alkaline balance on the tooth surface for up to 30 minutes after intake, which is why xylitol and isomalt are classified as non-cariogenic additives.
What actually happens?
Microorganisms in dental plaque cannot process xylitol and isomalt. They feed on them, but at the same time, they starve because no metabolic process occurs. Consequently, the acids that cause cavities and are a byproduct of this metabolic process are not formed either.
