[The physicochemical aspects of ion transport across dental enamel]

Stomatologiia (Mosk). 2000;79(4):6-8.
[Article in Russian]

Abstract

Passive transport of K+, Na+ Ca2+, Cl-, and F- ions through dental enamel was studied with due consideration for its porous structure. Pore size was studied by low-temperature nitrogen adsorption. The size of pores allows penetration of large molecules and ions through the enamel. The internal medium of a tooth is connected with the electrolyte solutions surrounding it due to porous structure of the medium.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Chemistry, Physical
  • Cuspid
  • Dental Enamel / metabolism*
  • Diffusion
  • Electrolytes / metabolism*
  • In Vitro Techniques
  • Ion Transport
  • Porosity
  • Swine

Substances

  • Electrolytes