Active Ingredients in Tooth care Products
Evidence for biofilm acid neutralization by baking soda
Zero.et.al -2017
Relevance :
18 in 2024
Conclusion :
On the basis of the limited available evidence, it appears that the benefits of baking soda depend on concentration, and the wide range of baking soda concentrations (10%-65%) in marketed products likely will affect their ability to neutralize biofilm acids. The timing of using a baking soda dentifrice in relationship to a dietary sugar exposure is also important—the sooner the better—to prevent a sustained biofilm pH decrease and demineralization. It is highly likely that people with decreased salivary flow may benefit the most; however, this benefit depends on the timing of product use in relationship to the sugar exposure. It appears from clinical study results that baking soda, because of its high solubility, has limited substantiveness and does not have a marked effect on limiting the biofilm pH decrease when used before a dietary sugar challenge. Because most people brush only once or twice per day and do not brush their teeth after every sugary meal and snack, other measures are needed to maintain pH homeostasis throughout the day. Besides limiting exposures to dietary sugars, these could include the use of sugar-free chewing gum and mints that contain baking soda, as well as products that contain arginine.
Keywords:
Biofilm Neutralization,
Baking Soda,
Acid Evidence