OraProtecX™ Remineralizing Hydroxyapatite, Sugar Blocker Gum
Meet OraProtecX™ — the cool mint remineralizing, sugar blocker dental gum that takes your daily chew to a whole new level. Loaded with Omyadent® micro-hydroxyapatite and PROtektin™, it gives you that clean, fresh, just-brushed feeling anytime, anywhere.
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Gum Disease
Gum Disease and Oral Probiotics
IT IS A FACT: Over 75% of all adult Americans suffer from some stage of gum disease. Or think of it this way–out of every 4 people you meet, chances are that 3 of them have some form of gum disease!
And it is not just the gums that are affected. Gum disease can affect the health of your entire body. It not ony contributes to tooth decay and bone loss but it has been linked with serious conditions; such as diabetes, heart disease, immune system weakening and pre-term births.
Aside from physical issues, gum disease can be very, very expensive in the long run. Full mouth restorations can run in the tens of thousands, while less expensive solutions can be ugly, uncomfortable and quite inconvenient to most every aspect of enjoyable lifestyles.
How does gum disease work?
The oral cavity is home to many types of bacteria. Bacteria are microorganisms–and some are good and some are bad. They don’t just float around but prefer to group and stick together in what are called “biofilms.” These biofilms like to stick to surfaces, such as the teeth or gums, and can cause problems when there is an overgrowth or imbalance of certain bacteria.
We have all heard of plaque, that very sticky and colorless coating on our teeth. Well, plaque is a type of biofilm and is actually a living film of microorganisms.
Plaque becomes a problem when the bacteria produces an overabundance of byproducts such as acids and other compounds. As these byproducts sit on the teeth and in the gums they cause damage, decay and inflammation.
Routine brushing and flossing breaks up the formation and aggregation of the microorganisms, keeping plaque under control… but only to a limited degree. Routine dental hygiene cannot get rid of anything for two main reasons: one, bacteria is VERY persistent and will start growing back immediately and two, the bacteria wants to survive and will do so by seeking out deep and hard to access locations in your mouth.
Over time plaque builds up, especially under the gum line and in those hard to reach areas. This plaque hardens and becomes tarter, which is very tough to remove. It is the ongoing presence of plaque, the formation of tartar and the compounds produced by the microorganisms that generate gum disease
The Stages of Periodontal Disease
Oral probiotics provide a superior layer of protection in addition to your routine of brushing, flossing and dental cleanings.
This is because they actually penetrate and colonize into the bacterial ecology of your mouth.
By crowding out and inhibiting the growth of "bad" bacteria, oral probiotics establish a positive and healthy bacterial balance in your mouth, including down into those deep pockets and hideouts! And, as they work at the level of the biofilms, this protection is ongoing throughout the day and the night.
How do Oral Probiotics Help Against Gum Disease?
After reading the above you should understand that the primary cause of gum disease and tooth decay is the imbalanced presence of certain “bad” bacteria in our mouths.
Our modern lifestyles, often filled with sugars, simple carbohydrates, alcohol and juices, encourage the growth of these bacteria and provide the bacteria with the fuel that they need to create more acids and toxins. This process also lowers the pH of the mouth, making it more acid, which further encourages bad bacteria growth and hastens gum disease and tooth decay.
Probiotics are defined as “healthy bacteria that bring a beneficial result to the host.”
Creating a healthier environment and ecology in the mouth, teeth and gums can be accomplished through the regular use of oral probiotics.
Here is how:
Penetration & Colonization
our oral probiotics are chosen for their ability to penetrate into and to colonize within the biofilm (plaque) and to survive in the oral environment
Resource Competition
these oral probiotics have the ability to successfully compete against the harmful bacteria. There are limited resources in the biofilm and with more beneficial bacteria present then fewer harmful bacteria can exist
pH Balance
it is not the presence of plaque that is so much the problem, it is the acids and toxins produced by certain bacteria that lead to gum disease and tooth decay. Fewer harmful bacteria in the plaque=lowered toxins and acids
Improved Mouth pH
our oral probiotics improve your mouth's pH balance. This has the effect of reducing acid levels and establishes a pH level that inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria
24/7 Protection
unlike brushing or flossing our oral probiotics work their way into those difficult to reach "hideout" zones and so they will work “around the clock” and not just when you brush or floss
Studies have shown a clear reduction in plaque levels and gingivitis symptoms when oral probiotics were administered to patients with moderate to severe gingivitis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our products
What does PROtektin™ do?
PROtektin™ is an ingredient that helps change what mouth bacteria “like to eat.” Most bacteria naturally go for sugars, and when they break those sugars down, they create acids. PROtektin™ gently shifts bacteria away from sugar and toward using proteins instead. When bacteria use proteins, they produce far fewer acids — which helps keep the mouth feeling cleaner and more balanced. In short: Bacteria + sugar → more acidity Bacteria + protein → less acidity As you chew OraProtecX™, PROtektin™ spreads through your mouth and helps support a fresher, smoother-feeling environment.
What is Omyadent® 100?
Omyadent® 100 is a highly refined form of micro-hydroxyapatite — the same mineral your teeth are naturally made of. Hydroxyapatite is what gives enamel its strength, smoothness, and structure. Omyadent® uses tiny, rod-shaped mineral particles that closely resemble natural enamel. As you chew OraProtecX™, these micro-particles spread across the tooth surface and help support the mouth’s natural remineralization process. In simple terms: Your teeth are mostly hydroxyapatite Omyadent® is hydroxyapatite in a super-fine, enamel-like form Chewing helps these particles reach the areas where your enamel interacts with your daily environment This creates a smooth, clean-feeling tooth surface and helps maintain a fresh, balanced oral environment throughout the day.
Does OraProtecX™ help with fresh breath?
Yes. The mint flavor provides instant freshness, and the combination of xylitol + PROtektin™ helps support a cleaner-feeling, well-balanced oral environment that naturally feels fresher.
Does it contain artificial colors or flavors?
No. OraProtecX™ is naturally flavored and contains no artificial colors, dyes, or harsh additives.