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Simplified method to estimate salivary buffer capacity.

D Ericson1, D Bratthall

  • 1Department of Cariology, School of Dentistry, University of Lund, Malmö, Sweden.

Scandinavian Journal of Dental Research
|October 1, 1989
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A new Dentobuff Strip accurately estimates salivary buffer capacity. This simple pH indicator method effectively identifies individuals with low buffer capacity, aiding in oral health assessments.

Area of Science:

  • Oral Health
  • Biochemistry
  • Diagnostic Methods

Background:

  • Salivary buffer capacity is crucial for maintaining oral pH and preventing demineralization.
  • Accurate and simple methods for assessing salivary buffer capacity are needed in clinical settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a new, simplified method, the Dentobuff Strip, for estimating salivary buffer capacity.
  • To compare the Dentobuff Strip with established clinical methods.

Main Methods:

  • The Dentobuff Strip utilizes a pH indicator paper impregnated with acid.
  • Saliva samples from 62 subjects were tested, and results were compared to Dentobuff and electrometric methods.

Main Results:

  • The Dentobuff Strip showed good correlation with both Dentobuff and electrometric methods.

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  • The new method effectively identified subjects with low salivary buffer capacity (final pH ≤ 4).

    • Conclusions:

    • The Dentobuff Strip offers a simplified and reliable approach to assessing salivary buffer capacity.
    • This method can be a valuable tool for identifying individuals at risk of oral health issues due to low salivary buffering.
    • Further clinical validation may enhance its utility in routine dental practice.