Difference of brain-derived neurotrophic factor expression and pyramid cell count during mastication of food with varying hardness
J. appl. oral sci; 27 (), 2019
Abstract Previous studies suggested that mastication activity can affect learning and memory function. However, most were focused on mastication impaired models by providing long-term soft diet. The effects of chewing food with various hardness, especially during the growth period, remain unknown. Objec...