
Aspartame vs. Sugar: A Sweet Choice for Your Teeth?
A recent analysis featured in ADA News highlights that aspartame, a common artificial sweetener, may be less likely to cause tooth decay compared to sucrose (table sugar). The study suggests that aspartame’s non-cariogenic properties could contribute to a lower rate of dental caries, potentially due to its inability to be metabolized by oral bacteria that cause cavities. However, researchers ...