An insight into the science behind saliva and its crucial role in oral health

Authors : Rohit Raghavan, Shajahan P A, Mary V Gibi

DOI : 10.18231/j.jdp.2021.013

Volume : 3

Issue : 2

Year : 2021

Page No : 52-57

Saliva, a clear, tasteless, odourless, slightly acidic viscous extracellular fluid produced and secreted by salivary glands makes the oral cavity moist ; and has very important role is maintaining the well being of the mouth. Knowledge of the salivary system and saliva is essential for evaluating prosthodontic problems and for educating patients.
 

Keywords: Saliva, Biomarker, Xerostomia, Hypersalivation


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