CompletedPhase 1

Carbonated Beverage Consumption in pH and Bacterial Proliferation

Mexico18 participantsStarted 2018-01-18

Plain-language summary

The objective of this research is to evaluate the oral modifications caused by different types of coke drinks (regular coke and diet coke). The salivary and the dental biofilm pH will be determined in the first minutes after their consumption. Additionally, the bacterial proliferation of dental biofilm will be evaluated.

Who can participate

Age range12 Years – 18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Habitual consumption of soft drinks * DMFT (Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth) index of at least 3 * Agree to participate in the study and sign informed consent * Parents sign informed consent * Any nutritional condition Exclusion Criteria: * Undergoing orthodontic treatment * Received a topical application of fluoride during the last 3 months * Having a motor disability that interfered with tooth brushing * Consuming drugs or being carriers of diseases that cause xerostomia * Being under antibiotic therapy during the study period * Having active periodontal infections.