Saliva and dental erosion

• Published in: Journal of applied oral science Vol. 20; no. 5; pp. 493 - 502
• Main Authors: Buzalaf, Marília Afonso Rabelo, Hannas, Angélicas Reis, Kato, Melissa Thiemi
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Brazil Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru da Universidade de São Paulo 01.10.2012; Faculdade De Odontologia De Bauru - USP; University of São Paulo
• Subjects: Dental Enamel - chemistry; Dental erosion; Dental Pellicle - chemistry; Dentin; Dentin - chemistry; DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE; enamel; Fluorides - administration & dosage; Humans; Review; Saliva; Saliva - chemistry; Saliva - physiology; Salivary Proteins and Peptides - physiology; Salivation - physiology; Tooth Erosion - chemically induced; Tooth Remineralization; Dental erosion; Dentin; enamel; Saliva

Dental erosion is a multifactorial condition. The consideration of chemical, biological and behavioral factors is fundamental for its prevention and therapy. Among the biological factors, saliva is one of the most important parameters in the protection against erosive wear. This review discusses the...