What is the role of saliva in preventing dental caries?
Saliva is 98 percent water. Mucus, proteins, minerals, electrolytes, antimicrobial chemicals, and enzymes are all present at small levels. Saliva lubricates the mouth while you chew and swallow, dries out dangerous acids, and moistens the mouth for comfort. Additionally, it disinfects the mouth and stops bad breath, guards against tooth decay and gum disease, preserve enamel and quickens the healing of wounds. The three pairs of main salivary glands and the numerous small glands that surround the oral cavity are where saliva is produced. The parotid, sublingual, and submandibular salivary glands are the main salivary organs that produce most of the saliva (near the jawbone). Saliva is carried to your mouth from the glands by tiny tubes known as salivary ducts. Saliva regularly flows into the mouth to maintain moisture in the mouth. When you eat, or even just think about or smell food, your salivary glands become quite active. Then your glands produce a lot of salivae, which you c...