Influence of Two Paraffin Wax Chewing Gums of Different Consistency on the Stimulated Saliva Flow Rate

Influence of Two Paraffin Wax Chewing Gums of Different Consistency on the Stimulated Saliva Flow Rate

The study examines two different chewing gums with regard to consistency and its influence on the result of sialometry

The examination (sialometry) is performed on healthy volunteers. The volunteers must chew on a paraffin gum for seven minutes. After each minute, the amount of secreted saliva is spat into a designated cup and evaluated. This test is performed with Aurosan chewing gum and later with GC Europe chewing gum.

Inclusion Criteria:

• healthy volunteers
• non-smoker
• no medication

Exclusion Criteria:

• physical or mental illnesses
• smokers
• regular medication intake
• pregnant women
• dementia or persons who are unable to judge or persons with guardianship
• minor test persons