Gastroesophageal Reflux disorder (GERD) is a common disorder found in 60% of the population. This study aims to investigate the salivary parameters and occurrence of caries, erosion, and periodontal disease in GERD patients Objectives: Evaluation and co-relation of the salivary parameters, dental erosion and caries in GERD patients. Methods: The study included 60 patients and they were divided into 2 groups of 30 each. Group 1 –individuals with GERD, Group 2- healthy individuals. The salivary parameters (Salivary flow, pH, buffering capacity) were evaluated in Basic Science Research laboratory and the dental erosion rate was assessed.
The dental changes were examined and were co-related. Results: Unpaired t test was used for group comparison. Chi square Test was for evaluation of quantitative variables. The salivary pH in Group 1 was 6.70 and in Group 2 was 7.07. The salivary buffering…
