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Roles of Your Teeth and Mouth

Chewing is deeply linked with our physical health and bodily functions. Let’s examine the roles of our teeth and mouth, such as the structure of teeth and the Function of the saliva.

Importance of your Teeth and Mouth

The Roles and Structure of Teeth

Teeth have three main functions of “breaking down (masticating) food”, “enabling us to pronounce words”, and “enhanced facial expressions”.

Importance of Chewing

Chewing has various positive effects on health, in addition to helping the production of saliva.

Function of the saliva

Saliva has the function of washing away food debris and bacteria, which remains in the mouth and leads to the prevention of caries and gingivitis.