what would happen if a person did not produce saliva ? how would digestion be affected?
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the salivary glands are damaged or aren't producing enough saliva it can affect taste, make chewing and swallowing more difficult, and increase the risk for cavities, tooth loss, and infections in the mouth.
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Saliva, the watery liquid produced by glands located under the tongue, is an essential component of the digestive process. Saliva is 98% water, so it moistens the mouth and helps compact food into softened particles for easier swallowing.
When Saliva is not produced then the person experience a condition called xerostomia, or dry mouth. Everyone experiences xerostomia at some point in their life.
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