SpiffiesBaby Teeth Wipes - Grape Flavor, Xylitol-Enriched Baby Gum Cleaner & Dental Wipes for Teething Relief and Teeth Cleaning - Safe for Infants & Toddlers, 20 Count (Pack of 3)

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My pedodontist told me that in a small percentage of cases (perhaps 5%), breastfeeding during the night can cause tooth decay in babies. I was surprised to hear that, because I've read so much about the subject, and most babies with teeth can safely breastfeed at night and not develop decay. However, my pedodontist has seen tooth decay firsthand in the babies of very well-informed parents who did everything 'by the book'. She wanted to make sure that I knew that although the risk is low, my baby could be at risk (and there's no way to know if your child has the kind of teeth that will be at risk - until the damage is done). For this reason, she recommended I stop breastfeeding during sleep hours (when a baby's production of protective saliva is greatly reduced).I was reluctant to do that, however, because my baby won't drink cow's or goat's milk (and hates formula), and I produce much more milk at night than during the day. Given those circumstances, she recommended this product, and my baby LOVES the taste of both the apple and the grape. **BEFORE** I breastfeed her in the wee hours, I wipe out her mouth thoroughly with a Spiffie. The package doesn't say anything about this particular usage of the product, but I trust my pedodontist, who explained that by coating the teeth with zylitol (a wood sugar), you give the mouth's bacteria something to eat rather than the natural sugar in breastmilk. Somehow (the details of it escape me), this prevents the bacteria from attacking the baby's teeth. It's still not as safe as brushing the teeth, then not breastfeeding until daylight hours, but it helps mitigate the risk of decay.The only downside is that my baby chomps on my finger -hard!- sometimes. It helps if I use a finger on my other hand to prop her mouth open. Another bonus is that the Spiffies really do seem to placate her if she's teething. She'll really chomp down, suck hard on the Spiffie, and then relax and sleep better after being 'Spiffied'. Just be careful that you have a good hold on the Spiffie; my baby loves it so much she sucks really hard, and might swallow it if I'm not careful.

I use these for my infant as they constantly demand a drink, usually milk which in fact is not great for teeth.These have Xylitol which is a sugar alcohol, the same reason I myself chew orbit.In other products this chemical stimulates the taste receptors for sweetness, has no fructose and and has negligible effects on blood sugar and insulin - info for diabetics - worth reading into for his group.SO! Studies have determined that xylitol boosts dental health and helps prevent tooth decay!One of the leading risk factors for tooth decay is an oral bacteria called Streptococcus mutans. This is the bacteria most responsible for plaque. excess plaque encourages your immune system to attack the bacteria in it. This can lead to inflammatory gum diseases like gingivitis.Bacteria in your mouth feed on glucose from food, but they can not use xylitol. As you replace sugar with xylitol this reduces the food available to them,BUT WAIT THERE IS MOREthe bacteria can't use it BUT they still ingest it. After absorbing xylitol, they are unable to take up sugar, basically like if you were to sew your mouth shut - so the bacteria then dies as it is unable to eat!Thus there are the benefits for you- certain bad bacteria in your mouth will die! thus saving your teeth!

I wish I would have found out about these sooner.We did early brushing with my son, but the older and stronger he got, the more difficult it was to brush.I also wish I would have corrected his lip tie and tongue tie. Brushing tears the upper lip where it's attached to the base of his teeth, and they bleed.And like so many lip/tongue tied babies, his upper 4 teeth need major work- and now they'll have to give him general anesthesia to fix them.I found these a little to late to have possibly avoided that, but it's the only way I can consistently clean his teeth now, (or at least without having to enlist for help holding him down).It's still a huge battle. I feel like I'm wrestling a bear, and he does bite my finger- but, I can feel where I'm cleaning, and can see a difference afterwards. And I really think the xylitol is preserving what's left.After researching all the promising studies, I am also purchasing a bag of xylitol, as most study's state potential benefits start at a higher dose than what's likely in these wipes alone.Overall I'm happy with these, but wish the wipe was bigger, and maybe more of a pocket design, where your fingers can slip in, rather than a flat small piece.If not handled right, or if your impulsive, autonomous demanding toddler wants to do it himself, and/or bites you, it's easy to lose your grip on the wipe, and could be a choking hazard.So don't leave them alone with it and pay close attention.This is my second multipack box that I have bought for my household.I have also given with an accompanied gift for baby showers..I will be buying again.

Good tooth brush alternative

Works good and my infant loved the taste

I am actually using this product on my adult teeth! I am hoping to remove stains from my teeth with these wipes. I will find out if I am successful after my next dental visit.