Biochemical profiling of salivary monosodium glutamate in relation to dental caries: An observational analytical
Pravallika Kakada1, Monal Yuwanati1
1Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, India.
Folia Medica
|September 1, 2026
Abstract
Introduction:
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is extensively used in processed foods to enhance umami flavor, and its lingering presence in the oral cavity may influence salivary composition and microbial activity.


