A new look at the biological properties of human saliva has highlighted why wounds inside the mouth often heal faster and with less scarring than injuries on the skin.
Researchers have found that saliva contains several substances capable of supporting the wound-healing process, including proteins and peptides that can encourage cells to move into damaged areas and help repair injured tissue.
The finding is helping scientists better understand the unusual healing ability of the mouth and whether some of the properties of saliva could eventually contribute to new treatments for wounds.
Why Do Wounds Inside the Mouth Heal So Quickly?
Anyone who has accidentally bitten their tongue or developed a small cut inside the mouth may have noticed how quickly the injury improves.
Oral wounds generally heal faster than comparable wounds on the skin and tend to produce less scarring.
Several factors may explain this difference, including the moist environment inside the mouth, its rich blood supply and the behaviour of cells within oral tissues.…Keep reading the full & the viral video now.
