In vitro Evaluation of Biophysical Properties of an Artificial Saliva Produced from Aloe vera Gel’

In this study, the minerals and antimicrobial substances of human saliva were substituted by the beneficial components found in Aloe vera gel and then, the rheological behavior of the formulation, such as viscosity, surface tension, pH, and mechanical properties of substitute salivary fluids were analyzed in order to determine the efficacy of this product. A new protocol was presented for the standardization of a type of artificial saliva which showed desired biophysical behavior which more closely resembled human saliva. However, more clinical studies are needed to present this product as a mouth or throat lubricant to reduce the complaints of patients suffering from abnormalities.Graphical Abstract
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research