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SALIVA & DENTAL PROBLEMS


Saliva: has a protective function in the mouth, for example:

  • a good flow of saliva washes away food and bacteria that sit on the teeth and gum tissues
  • salivary flow helps to neutralize the acids produced by bacteria from plaque, thus a good flow helps reduce the chances of a cavity formation