Kids oral health

What is Saliva and How Does it Impact Oral Health?

What is Saliva and How Does it Impact Oral Health?

Saliva might seem like something we don’t pay much attention to, but it actually plays a huge role in keeping our mouths healthy. If you've ever wondered what saliva does, here’s a simple explanation!

What Does Saliva Do?

  • Keeps your mouth moist: Saliva keeps the inside of your mouth wet, which helps you talk and swallow without feeling dry.
  • Helps you chew and taste food: It makes food soft and easier to chew, and it helps you taste flavors better.
  • Fights germs: Saliva has special tools, like proteins, that help protect your teeth and mouth from germs and bacteria.
  • Helps with digestion: When you eat, saliva starts to break down food in your mouth, making it easier to digest.
  • Protects your teeth: It has special minerals that help protect your teeth from getting damaged by acids or cavities.
  • Repairs your teeth: If your teeth get small scratches, saliva helps fix them by adding minerals to fill them in.

So, saliva does a lot more than just help you talk! It helps keep your mouth healthy and your teeth strong.

How Willo Helps Your Child's Oral Health

While saliva works hard to keep your mouth clean, Willo ensures that your child’s teeth get the proper brushing to keep the enamel safe. Willo automatically applies the right amount of toothpaste, brushes at the correct angle, and ensures your child gets a thorough clean. This allows saliva to do its best job protecting your child’s smile!


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