Artificial Mucin-based Saliva Preparations - Physicochemical and Tribological Properties

Conclusion: Among the tested compositions, saliva substitutes based only on mucin were found to have parameters similar to human whole saliva. Mucin saliva preparations may have wide applicability for patients with e.g. xerostomia or patients using a metal prosthesis.
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research