Evaluation of Changes in Salivary pH after Intake of Different Eatables and Beverages in Children at Different Time Intervals.

Introduction: Dissolution of the enamel in the form of erosion has increased due to shift in eating habits toward carbonated drinks like soft drink and chocolates.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate changes in the salivary pH after intake of different eatables and beverages in children at different time intervals.

Study Design: Using standard salivary tests, this study was conducted as a case-control study.

Capillary haemangioma on the palate: a diagnostic conundrum.

Haemangiomas are benign tumours of blood vessel origin and are classified as capillary, cavernous or central. They appear as flat or raised reddish-blue lesions and are generally solitary, affecting women in younger age groups. The tumour may be slowly progressive, involving extensive portions of the superficial and deep blood vessels, and affect function, depending on location.