YOU MIGHT THINK saliva is merely gross, but that’s not the case!

1. YOU YOU MIGHT MIGHT THINK case! case! THINK saliva saliva is is merely merely gross, gross, but but thats thats not not the the Your saliva might be the last thing you may be concerned about in your busy schedule. For some, saliva may look gross but there are immense benefits that this liquid offers to our mouth. Saliva is a liquid that is formed by the salivary glands of our body. It is predominantly water and has a combination of mucous, enzymes, minerals and proteins. How is saliva vital for oral health? Your saliva is very significant in maintaining your mouth in a healthy state. The below listed points will tell you how- 1. Protect gums - Saliva acts like a protective layer for our gums. Hence, it can be called as the first line of defence for the gums. It keeps the gums hydrated and moist. This is important for the gums to be in their healthy state. 2. Prevent dental decay - First of all, saliva has antimicrobial properties due to which it helps in fighting the decay-causing bacteria. Apart from that, saliva flushes out the small particles of food that tend to stick around in the mouth and then become the nutritional resource for bacteria that cause dental decay. Read More: https://perthsmiles.com.au/blog/you-might-think-saliva-is-merely-gross-but-that-s-not-the-case Published By: Unit 3, 2 Kingfisher Avenue , Ballajura Australia 6066 Tel: (08) 9249 4250 E-mail: reception@perthsmiles.com.au