Xylitol 411 with Dr. John Peldyak

So, what is Xylitol and what makes it so special? Today, America's Dental Hygienist, Shirley Gutkowski talks with Dr. John Peldyak about Xylitol.  Dr. John Peldyak received his D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University in 1980. He was a member of Professor Kauko Mäkinen’s University of Michigan xylitol research group from 1986-1992. Dr. Peldyak is the author of Sweet Smart Xylitol (1996) and several xylitol related articles. Dr. Peldyak has been in private general practice and currently works with Mobile Dentists, a highly dedicated group of dental professionals committed to improving the oral health of children.  He is a proponent of Xylitol-based products such as Xlear Nasal Wash and the Spry Dental Defense System.  Welcome to the show, Dr. Peldyak.