Salivary Glands 5.
Contain a digestive enzyme called salivary amylase (ptyalin) which starts the process of breaking down complex starchy sugars.
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Buffering (phosphate ions and bicarbonate) –
bacteria require specific pH conditions
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plaque microorganisms produce acids from sugars
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Maintenance of tooth integrity –
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calcium and phosphate ions (ionic exchange with tooth surface) Tissue repair
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bleeding time of oral tissues shorter than other tissues
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resulting clot less solid than normal
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