Oral Pathology

Rapid drop in plaque pH after sugar Critical pH for enamel demineralization: ~5.5 Caries-prone individuals: Lower plaque pH Higher Lactobacillus counts Research Highlights Stephan: Rapid pH drop post-carbohydrates Caries-free pH: ~7.1 Caries-active pH: ~5.5 Maxillary anterior teeth: Greater drop than mandibular Stratfors: Lower pH ↔ higher Lactobacillus; plaque buffers better than saliva…