September has seen the publication of one new protocol from the Cochrane Oral Health Group.

Sharif MO, Ahmed F, Worthington HV. Xylitol-containing products for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents (Protocol). Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2013, Issue 9. Art. No.: CD010743. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD010743.

 

The aim of the review is to assess the effects of different xylitol-containing products on preventing dental caries in children and adolescents.

The review will look in particular at xylitol-containing gels, toothpastes, varnishes, mouthrinses, chewing gums and sprays.