Dental Opinion, Saliva and Your Oral Health
Fun Facts About Saliva: Saliva protects your teeth from bacteria in your mouth. Our mouth produces over 26,000 quarts (25000 litres) of saliva throughout our life. And that is enough to fill 2 swimming pools!
More on Saliva: Saliva contains important substances that your body needs to digest food and keep your teeth strong.
Saliva is important because it:
* Keeps your mouth moist and comfortable
* Helps you chew, taste, and swallow
* Fights germs in your mouth and prevents bad breath
* Has proteins and minerals that protect tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay and gum disease