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Assessment of the Mouth

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A thorough mouth assessment, including inspection and palpation of the lips, gums, tongue, tonsils, uvula, and pharynx, is crucial in detecting potential health issues. Diseases ranging from oral cancer to systemic conditions like diabetes could be identified early through careful oral examination. This article provides a detailed guide on conducting a comprehensive mouth assessment.
Mouth Inspection
The inspection begins with visually examining the mouth for symmetry, color, and size.

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Development and validation of a mastication simulator.

A Woda¹, A Mishellany-Dutour, L Batier

¹Clermont Université, Université d'Auvergne, EA 3847, Déficiences incapacités et désavantages en santé orale, BP 10448, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France.

Journal of Biomechanics

|April 16, 2010

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A new Artificial Masticatory Advanced Machine (AM2) simulates human chewing to study food bolus formation. This device accurately replicates the granulometric characteristics of food boluses created during natural mastication.

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Food Science
Biomechanics

Background:

Studying food bolus formation during mastication is crucial for understanding digestion.
Observing the in-vivo process of bolus formation is challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce the Artificial Masticatory Advanced Machine (AM2), a novel device designed to simulate human mastication.
To evaluate the AM2's capability in replicating human food bolus formation.

Main Methods:

The AM2 allows adjustable parameters including masticatory cycles, jaw movement amplitude, force, temperature, and saliva composition.
Peanuts and carrots were used as test foods to compare AM2-generated boluses with human-generated boluses.
Particle size distribution (granulometric characteristics) of food boluses was analyzed.

Main Results:

The AM2 successfully mimicked human masticatory behavior.
Food boluses produced by the AM2 exhibited similar granulometric characteristics to those formed by human mastication.
The device's adjustable parameters allow for controlled simulation of chewing.

Conclusions:

The Artificial Masticatory Advanced Machine (AM2) is a viable tool for researching food bolus formation.
The AM2 provides a reliable in-vitro model for studying mastication and its effect on food structure.
This simulation technology can advance research in food science, nutrition, and digestive health.