Effect of β2-Adrenoceptor Agonists on Saliva Proteins and Dental Caries in Asthmatic Children

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Abstract
Twenty-four children, from 10 to 20 years old, with asthma treated with β2-adrenoceptor agonists were matched with healthy controls of the same age, sex, and social background. Stimulated whole and parotid saliva was collected, and decayed and filled tooth surfaces as well as oral hygiene habits were recorded. The dietary and sugar intake was carefully checked by a four-day dietary record. The asthmatic children had a 26% lower (p2×105 colony-forming units/mL of whole saliva belonged to the asthmatic group (p2-receptor agonists should receive special prophylactic attention.