When a xylitol-containing product is recommended to a client,the product should contain therapeutic doses of _____ as the sweetening agent to be most effective.

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Xylitol is the key ingredient that needs to be present in therapeutic doses for a product to be most effective. While mannitol and sorbitol are also sugar alcohols, they do not have the same level of evidence supporting their effectiveness in dental health as xylitol does. Xylitol has been specifically linked to reducing the risk of tooth decay and promoting oral health.

When a Xylitol-Containing Product Is Recommended to a Client,the Product