April 2021 PMID 33926448

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of sugar-free chewing gum on Streptococcus mutans.

Melanie Nasseripour, Jonathon Timothy Newton, Fiona Warburton, Oluwatunmise Awojobi, Sonya Di Giorgio, Jennifer Elizabeth Gallagher, Avijit Banerjee

Mentions

21
Peak: 9 in Jun 2024
across 2 sources since Apr 2021

Extended reach

189,830
potential audience

Total likes

89

Video views

576

Mentions per month

Apr 2021 – May 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter19 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions mostly share summaries and agree with the idea that sugar-free gum, especially with xylitol, could help reduce bacteria linked to dental cavities, as evidenced by phrases like 'may be beneficial' and 'could help,' which reflect cautious optimism and moderate interest. The tone and choice of words indicate a general acknowledgment of the research without strong emotional investment or concern about immediate implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the research's findings, with some posts highlighting the potential benefits of sugar-free gum, indicating general agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate curiosity, with some questioning or summarizing the research, but lacking deep analysis or strong emotional engagement.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Engagement level appears average; some posts mention the study and its effects, but there is little in-depth discussion or elaboration.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall conversations suggest the study's impact is recognized but not seen as significantly transformative or urgent.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review found that sugarfree chewing gum, especially those containing xylitol, effectively reduces levels of the bacteria Streptococcus mutans, which is linked to dental caries, in both adults and children.
  • The meta-analysis showed a small but significant reduction in bacteria levels with sugarfree gum use, although results varied across studies—some showed no clear effect.
  • Overall, using sugarfree gum, particularly xylitol-based, could be a helpful strategy for improving oral health and preventing cavities, but more consistent research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.]

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Dt.Albay
@Albay_Dt · X

Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin düzeyde azalmış, streptokokus mutans diş çürüğüne sebep olan bir bakteridir. https://t.co/TzP3Cl8C5i

Jun 5, 2021 · 43 likes · 5 shares · 54,818 followers View post →
Annals of Surgical Oncology
@AnnSurgOncol · X

June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #BreastConservingSurgery https://t.co/l7EkE7PZch @DrJamesJakub @SyedAAhmad5 https://t.co/w7gbEZnlgv

Jun 24, 2024 · 15 likes · 6 shares · 16,635 followers View post →
ASTRO
@ASTRO_org · X

"Read about a systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of chemoradiotherapy before surgery for pancreatic adenocarcinoma here in the #RedJournal https://t.co/xzf0Hw0iOD " https://t.co/7r3p6DteAP

Apr 10, 2025 · 6 likes · 1 share · 29,340 followers View post →
Society of Surgical Oncology
@SocSurgOnc · X

June Issue of @AnnSurgOncol: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #BreastConservingSurgery https://t.co/MsBjbKc8k6 https://t.co/ZeE2jIrg19

Jun 24, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 17,704 followers View post →
BMC Series
@BMC_series · X

Is sugar-free chewing gum (SFG) good for your teeth? Researchers look at the evidence linking SFG and levels of Streptococcus mutans in the mouth. #BMCOralHealth https://t.co/6EbdYD4MNf https://t.co/PBqwCh9VUe

Apr 29, 2021 · 3 likes · 21,285 followers View post →
Breast Cancer News
@breasthealthmd · X

A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative MRI: While some studies indicated a potential benefit, the overall analysis did not confirm a significant reduction in IBTR rates associated with pMRI. #ASBrS2025 https://t.co/xmpICYdY19

May 2, 2025 · 1 like · 626 followers View post →

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Breast Cancer News
@breasthealthmd · X

A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative MRI: While some studies indicated a potential benefit, the overall analysis did not confirm a significant reduction in IBTR rates associated with pMRI. #ASBrS2025 https://t.co/xmpICYdY19

May 2, 2025 · 1 like · 626 followers View post →
IJROBP - The Red Journal
@IJROBP · X

RT @ASTRO_org: "Read about a systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of chemoradiotherapy before surgery for pancreatic adenocarcin…

Apr 14, 2025 · 1 share · 3,882 followers View post →
ASTRO
@ASTRO_org · X

"Read about a systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of chemoradiotherapy before surgery for pancreatic adenocarcinoma here in the #RedJournal https://t.co/xzf0Hw0iOD " https://t.co/7r3p6DteAP

Apr 10, 2025 · 6 likes · 1 share · 29,340 followers View post →
Puneet Singh, MD FACS
@puneetsinghmd · X

RT @SocSurgOnc: June Issue of @AnnSurgOncol: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recu…

Jun 24, 2024 · 2 shares · 3,150 followers View post →
Jennifer Plichta MD (she/her)
@JenniferPlichta · X

RT @AnnSurgOncol: June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #B…

Jun 24, 2024 · 6 shares · 3,823 followers View post →
Kelly McMasters, MD, PhD
@McMastersKelly · X

RT @AnnSurgOncol: June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #B…

Jun 24, 2024 · 6 shares · 2,407 followers View post →
Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU)
@ASOU_Official · X

RT @SocSurgOnc: June Issue of @AnnSurgOncol: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recu…

Jun 24, 2024 · 2 shares · 14,226 followers View post →
Society of Surgical Oncology
@SocSurgOnc · X

June Issue of @AnnSurgOncol: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #BreastConservingSurgery https://t.co/MsBjbKc8k6 https://t.co/ZeE2jIrg19

Jun 24, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 17,704 followers View post →
Belén Merck
@belenmerck · X

RT @AnnSurgOncol: June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #B…

Jun 24, 2024 · 6 shares · 939 followers View post →
Syed A. Ahmad
@SyedAAhmad5 · X

RT @AnnSurgOncol: June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #B…

Jun 24, 2024 · 6 shares · 14,116 followers View post →
Jeffrey Farma
@JeffreyFarma · X

RT @AnnSurgOncol: June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #B…

Jun 24, 2024 · 6 shares · 4,502 followers View post →
Annals of Surgical Oncology
@AnnSurgOncol · X

June Issue: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Role of Preoperative #MRI in In-breast Tumor Recurrence After #BreastConservingSurgery https://t.co/l7EkE7PZch @DrJamesJakub @SyedAAhmad5 https://t.co/w7gbEZnlgv

Jun 24, 2024 · 15 likes · 6 shares · 16,635 followers View post →
Miray_genc
@Miraygenc7 · X

RT @AlbayDt: Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin d…

Jun 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 29 followers View post →
İlknurrtura
@ilknur__06 · X

RT @AlbayDt: Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin d…

Jun 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 809 followers View post →
nevin kutlu
@kutlos · X

RT @AlbayDt: Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin d…

Jun 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 137 followers View post →
Beyza
@Beyza39078950 · X

RT @AlbayDt: Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin d…

Jun 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 111 followers View post →
Dt.Albay
@Albay_Dt · X

Günde 2 defa 5 er dk ksilitol içeren şekersiz sakız çiğneyen kişilerin oral mukozasında streptokokus mutans sayısı belirgin düzeyde azalmış, streptokokus mutans diş çürüğüne sebep olan bir bakteridir. https://t.co/TzP3Cl8C5i

Jun 5, 2021 · 43 likes · 5 shares · 54,818 followers View post →
SystRev in Dentistry
@SystRevDent · X

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of sugar-free chewing gum on Streptococcus mutans https://t.co/FeMjG7xibm

Apr 30, 2021 · 1 share · 575 followers View post →
BMC Series
@BMC_series · X

Is sugar-free chewing gum (SFG) good for your teeth? Researchers look at the evidence linking SFG and levels of Streptococcus mutans in the mouth. #BMCOralHealth https://t.co/6EbdYD4MNf https://t.co/PBqwCh9VUe

Apr 29, 2021 · 3 likes · 21,285 followers View post →