Bacteria Fighting Chewing Gum For Soldiers

It seems highly unlikely that soldiers will always find the necessary time and means to properly brush and floss their teeth during war. But now, judging from new research, reported to us by CNN, a piece of chewing gum could do the trick.
The gum, described at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists convention in Nashville, would contain a special bacteria-fighting agent to prevent plaque, cavities and gum disease.
Gum was considered an ideal solution because the Army already issues gum to soldiers in their field rations.
Dr. Patrick DeLuca, a University of Kentucky drug product developer, is working to perfect the prototype, trying to make it taste better and ensure that it retains its flavor and bacteria-fighting ability for 30 minutes to an hour.
Once the development stage is complete sometime within the next year, scientists will begin testing the gum, possibly with Army units.
If the Army decides to pursue the idea, it will probably team up with a manufacturer to produce the gum.
More at the CNN…
The press release…