Mäkinen, K K Biochemical principles of the use of xylitol in medicine and nutrition with special consideration of dental aspects. [electronic resource] - Experientia. Supplementum 1978 - 1-160 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article; Review ISSN: 0071-335X Standard No.: 10.1007/978-3-0348-5757-4 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: AdultAgedAnimalsBacteria--metabolismCariostatic AgentsChemical PhenomenaChemistryChewing GumChildDental Caries--etiologyDental Plaque--etiologyDietary CarbohydratesEnzyme InhibitorsHumansMouth--microbiologyStreptococcus mutansSugar Alcohols--pharmacologySweetening Agents--metabolismTooth--drug effectsXylitol--pharmacology