Saliva

Serous saliva

Stimulated, clearing, thin

Mucous saliva

Unstimulated, coats teeth, thick

25% serous saliva, largest gland

Parotid gland

70% both types of saliva, floor of the mouth

Submandibular gland

5% mucous saliva

Sublingual gland

Von enbers gland

Minor gland?

Lubrication

Aids speech

Protects and cleanses oral mucosa

Aids digestion

Anti microbial

Buffering

Function of saliva?

99.4% water

0.5% dissolved substances

Composition of saliva?

Simple test

Resting

Stimulated

Buffering

Saliva tests?

Reduced production of saliva leads to dental decay and plaque

Xerostomia

Alcohol, detergents in toothpaste, caffeine, spice, smoking

Aggravations of dry mouth

Chewing gum

Artificial saliva

Medications

Water

Aids of dry mouth

Excellent oral hygiene

Lifestyle changes

Fluoride therapy

Saliva stimulants

Shorter recalls

Management of dry mouth