Blog

Chapped Lips Instructions for Patients ©2020 SQUIGLE, Inc.  (Last revision: October 5, 2022) These instructions are provided as a guide to patients who have been diagnosed by a physician or dentist. They have been created after hundreds of hours of discussions with patients and physicians. They are not meant to be rigid and unchanging. Of course, we hope they work for you. But if they don't, please contact SQUIGLE, Inc. at 1-877-718-0718 (9 am to 5 pm, EST). This is cr …

Canker Sores (Aphthous Stomatitis) and Mouth Ulcers Instructions for Patients ©2020 SQUIGLE, Inc.  (Last revision: April 2, 2020) These instructions are provided as a guide to patients who have been diagnosed by a physician or dentist. These Instructions have been created after hundreds of hours of discussions with patients and physicians. They are not meant to be rigid and unchanging. Of course, we hope they work for you. But if they don't, please contact SQUIGLE, Inc. at 1-877-718-0 …

Those CANKER SORES! If you've experienced these painful mouth ulcers, you are in good company. Each year 20% of Americans suffer from canker sores, also known as aphthous ulcers or recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS). They frequently affect adolescents and women just prior to their menstrual periods. Women are twice as likely to get canker sores as men, and if your parents had them, you have a 90% chance of experiencing them yourself. Symptoms These mouth ulcers generally appear as sma …

Many of us struggle with bad breath or simple halitosis. It can be embarrassing and even offensive to some people. Below are some instructions for bad breath and how to remedy bad breath germs.  Bad Breath (simple halitosis) Instructions for Patients ©2020 SQUIGLE, Inc. (Last revision:  April 2, 2020) These instructions are provided as a guide to patients who have been diagnosed by a physician or dentist. These Instructions are the result of many discussions wi …

What is a nanoparticle? A nanoparticle is a particle having an average size of 1 to 999 nanometers. A nanometer is 10 -9meter. Its abbreviation is nm. How large are the calcite nanoparticles in Tooth Builder® Toothpaste and Squigle® Jr Toothpaste? Tooth Builder's and Squigle Jr's patented nanoparticles are made of calcite (calcium carbonate, CaCO3). Their average size is 70 nm. By comparison, a red blood cell is roughly the shape of a hockey puck, with a diameter of 6-8 microns (60 …

Have you ever wondered what the differences are between Squigle Enamel Saver, Squigle Jr, and Tooth Builder Toothpastes? Well, we get asked this question a lot and wanted to provide you with some additional and easy-to read-information! Compare these three amazing xylitol toothpastes below and see which one might work best for your needs. Features they have in common HELPS AVOID CANKER SORES Made in the USA 36% US birc …

Epic Mints Ice Chips Spry Mints Xylichew Mints XyliDent Tabs Sweetener: 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol Xylitol Content per piece: .5 g .5 g approx. (piece sizes vary) .5 g .5 …

B-Fresh Gum Epic Gum Spry Gum XyliChew Gum Sweetener: 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol 100% Xylitol Xylitol Content per piece: BG: 1.79 g Other flavors: 0.89 g 1.06 g 0.9 g 1.0 g Xylitol Source: US xylitol from hard …

What is xylitol? What is the source of the xylitol used in food? Where is xylitol made? How many calories are in xylitol? How does xylitol compare in sweetness to white sugar? Are any ingredients added to xylitol? How is xylitol classified as a food? In what form can xylitol be purchased? What are the dental benefits of xylitol? How does xylitol work to keep teeth health …

Most of us take for granted the saliva in our mouths.  Saliva plays a critical role in keeping our mouths clean and moist and helps to start digestion of the foods we eat.  Unfortunately, some people’s bodies fail to produce saliva, and they struggle with “dry mouth.” The cause of dry mouth varies.  Among other things, it can be a side effect of medications, the result of an accident or an immune disorder called Sjogren’s syndrome.  Whatever the cause, our customers with …