Role Of Saliva Flashcards
1
Q
How does saliva aid in preventing caries?
A
Flow dislodges food
Slightly basic
Glycoproteins - coagulate bacteria to be swallowed
Lactoferrin - binds to iron to prevent carious bacteria using it
Lactoperoxidase - inactivates bacterial enzymes
Calcium, phosphate and fluoride ions to aid remineralisation
