Gum vs. mints: Which is healthier for you? There is a clear winner, experts say

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Chewing gum may also be a better choice than eating mints for your oral health, Dr. Matthew Messina, dentist and consumer advisor spokesperson for the American Dental Association, tells TODAY.com. That chewing behavior can stimulate saliva and wash it around your teeth, which helps fight the effects of acid on tooth enamel.

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