Trident Sugar Free Gum, Spearmint Artificially flavored. Sugar free gum with Xylitol. Cleans & protects teeth (chewing Trident after eating and drinking cleans and protects teeth. Chewing Trident may help reduce the risk of cavities). 30% fewer calories than sugared gum. Calorie content of this size stick has been reduced from 5 to 3-1/2 calories. The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs" Acceptance of Trident is based on its finding that the physical action of chewing Trident sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after eating, stimulates saliva flow, which helps to prevent cavities by reducing plaque acids and strengthening teeth