Discover how saliva protects your teeth by neutralising acids, repairing enamel, and controlling bacteria, and learn simple ...

The balance between oxidant production and antioxidant defences is critical for maintaining cellular integrity within the salivary glands. Oxidative stress arises when reactive oxygen species (ROS) ...

Investigators at UB's dental school and medical school are conducting research to repair and regenerate glands that affect eating, speech and quality of life.

A better understanding of the role of pH in the oral cavity is the driving concept behind new oral health products arriving on the market. BasicBites, a sugar-free chew that mimics saliva's natural ...

Salivary glands are essential for everyday human functions —speaking, swallowing, tasting and protecting the mouth—yet they ...

An artificial saliva mouthwash may help protect the teeth of patients with head and neck cancer by reducing bacterial levels and supporting disease control, according to a news release dated January 7 ...

A new study published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation showed that in patients with xerostomia alone, salivary gland ...

In the TV series, “How It’s Made,” viewers often discover that common objects like pencils or rubber bands are quite complicated to make. The show walks people through complex production processes ...

Salivary glands play an essential role in protecting oral health by secreting saliva to aid in digestion, speech, and immunity. When these glands are irreversibly damaged—by radiotherapy or autoimmune ...

Saliva impacts how different foods taste. Silke Woweries via Getty Images At first glance, saliva seems like pretty boring stuff, merely a convenient way to moisten our food. But the reality is quite ...