The function of the glottis is to make several voicing sounds between the vocal folds when they vibrate. Voiceless consonants include the English h, f, s, p, t and k sounds. The glottis functions... The function of the glottis is to make several voicing sounds between the vocal folds when they vibrate. Voiceless consonants include the English h, f, s, p, t and k sounds.
Misophonia sufferers find these sounds more than just mildly annoying. Beginning in late childhood or early adolescence, the condition causes extreme anger, anxiety and terror when a trigger sound, such as chewing gum, is heard.
Studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum after meals and snacks can help rinse off and neutralize the acids released by the bacteria in plaque, which are harmful to tooth enamel. Both the act of chewing and the flavor of the artificial sweeteners in the gum stimulate ten times the normal rate of saliva flow. Not only does the increased saliva flow neutralize the acids in your mouth, it also washes away food particles, helping to keep your teeth clean.