The salivary flow rate and salivary buffer capacity are the main factors in the oral cavity protecting the teeth from acid attack.

 

Several health conditions and medications influence these protective factors.

 

A high buffer capacity helps patients resist the progress of caries formation, while measurement of the salivary flow rate provides useful related information on salivary gland functions. A dry mouth condition, and the resulting increased risk of caries, easily remains unattended.

 

These parameters can be determined with Dentobuff® quickly, even during the same patient visit.