Salivary α-amylase (sAA) has been proposed as a marker for activity of the sympathetic
nervous system (SNS). Recent studies in support of this hypothesis have led to an increased …

Salivary α-amylase, one of the most plentiful components in human saliva, has at least three
distinct biological functions. The enzymatic activity of a-amylase undoubtedly plays a role in …

Objectives To provide an update on our current understanding of how saliva and its various
constituents directly and indirectly affect oral bacteria and thereby play a role in the …

Saliva is thought to have a significant impact on the colonization of microorganisms in the
oral cavity. Salivary components may participate in this process by one of four general …

Saliva is a key element in oral homeostasis, oral function and maintenance of oral health.
Dry mouth has multiple oral health consequences and affects quality of life. The incidence of …

The acquired pellicle is a biofilm, free of bacteria, covering oral hard and soft tissues. It is
composed of mucins, glycoproteins and proteins, among which are several enzymes. This …

Salivary proteins and glycoproteins that participate in the formation of 2-h in vivo enamel
pellicle were determined utilizing polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis [sodium dodecyl …

It is often assumed that salivary secretion reduces with age. About 25% of the elderly suffer
from oral dry‐ness and related complaints. Nevertheless, data on stimulated salivary flow …

Salivary diagnostics for oral as well as systemic diseases is dependent on the identification
of biomolecules reflecting a characteristic change in presence, absence, composition, or …

Xerostomia is a major complaint of many elderly individuals, and although they seek
medical help, it usually provides no adequate relief. This complaint is considered a major …