When you think of good oral health, your mind probably goes right to
brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups.

You’re not wrong. They’re all important. But there’s an unsung hero that doesn’t get the credit it deserves. It hangs out in your mouth, fighting harmful bacteria, protecting your teeth, aiding digestion, and enhancing your taste all day, every day. 

So, who’s this hero we’re talking about? It’s none other than…

Saliva.

Yep, odds are you don't even think about saliva unless it feels like the Sahara Desert relocated to your mouth or if some embarrassingly slips out mid-conversation, but saliva is important. 

It's constantly working on your behalf to improve your oral health, and in this blog post, we explore:

• The basics of saliva
• The benefits
• The importance of using healthy oral care products

What is Saliva?

Saliva is 99% water. But there's more to this complex fluid as it contains other important substances like electrolytes, enzymes, minerals, proteins, antibacterial compounds, and mucus. 

Each component serves a purpose and works together to impact the overall health of our mouths and bodies. 

Here are some more details on those crucial components:

• Water: The main ingredient and keeps your mouth hydrated.The benefits
• Electrolytes: These help maintain pH balance and support various biochemical reactions.
• Enzymes: These help aid food digestion
• Minerals: Our tooth enamel needs some love, too, and minerals such as calcium and phosphate are essential for remineralization. 
• Proteins and mucus: The word mucus gets a bad rap, but it's an oral health powerhouse. Mucus lubricates the mouth and forms protective barriers around the teeth and gums.
• Antibacterial compounds: These fight harmful bacteria.

Importance of Healthy Oral Care + 5 Benefits of Xylitol

At RiseWell, we think maintaining a healthy oral microbiome should work with your lifestyle. That’s why we’ve created products that easily blend with you and your family’s daily routine.


Our products contain xylitol, a sugar alcohol derived from birch trees, corn, and other plants, which offers numerous oral health benefits:

1. Reduces bad bacteria: An NIH study on Xylitol found that it reduces the levels of harmful bacteria in the mouth by up to 90% and helps prevent cavities and gum disease. 
2. Reduces dental caries and cavities: Another NIH study revealed that xylitol significantly reduces the prevalence of dental caries by blocking the growth of Streptococcus mutans, a primary bacterium responsible for tooth decay.
3. Increases saliva production: Xylitol stimulates saliva flow, which is important for cleaning and nourishing the mouth and maintaining a healthy balance of bacteria.
4. Balances pH: Xylitol promotes a neutral pH level in the mouth, which creates an environment that's less inviting, conducive to bacterial growth, and more favorable for enamel health.


Start every day well with RiseWell

We believe health starts in the mouth, and that oral health starts with your saliva.  Our products are formulated to support your oral microbiome gently throughout the day for a healthier, happier smile!