Impact of an interventional thirst bundle on thirst discomfort and dry mouth in nasogastric tube-fed patients: Quasi-experimental time-series study [PDF]
Journal of Education and Health PromotionBACKGROUND: Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding is commonly used for patients unable to eat orally but often causes thirst discomfort, dry mouth, reduced sensory satisfaction, and poor appetite.
Merin Mathew +5 more
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Effect of the denture adhesive for dry mouth on the retentive force of the experimental palatal plates: a pilot controlled clinical trial [PDF]
BMC Oral Health, 2023 Background A denture adhesive for dry mouth with good cleaning properties has recently been developed. While previous studies on models have shown the effectiveness of denture adhesives in terms of retention and cleanability, no reports have evaluated ...
Kunihito Yamane +3 more
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Estimating the cut-off point of Xerostomia Inventory questionnaire score to diagnose dry mouth based on non-stimulating saliva test: a diagnostic sensitivity and specificity study [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthAim Xerostomia is defined as a subjective complaint of dry mouth and is a prevalent condition. The study aims to estimate the cut point of the xerostomia inventory (XI) questionnaire for diagnosing dry mouth based on a saliva test.
Donya Pourjahanshah +3 more
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The effect of demographic characteristics on the relationship between smoking and dry mouth in Iran: a cross-sectional, case-control study [PDF]
Epidemiology and Health, 2021 OBJECTIVES The effect of age, sex, and other demographic factors on the relationship between smoking and dry mouth remains unknown. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of demographic characteristics on the relationship between dry mouth,
Shahla Kakoei +3 more
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Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, 2021 Objective Non‐surgical scaling and root planing (SRP), as an initial form of periodontal treatment, followed by ongoing periodontal maintenance appointments is necessary to manage periodontal disease and prevent tooth loss.
Taylor V. Sparrow +3 more
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Life, 2022 Taste bud cell differentiation is extremely important for taste sensation. Immature taste bud cells cannot function during taste perception transmission to the nerve.
Yun-Hee Rhee +8 more
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Latest Advancement in the Management of Xerostomia: A Review [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2021 Xerostomia, also known as dry mouth, is a subjective sensation arising due to the reduced salivary flow. The dry mouth interferes with normal oral functions such as swallowing, chewing and speech.
Venetia Aranha +3 more
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National Journal of Medical Research, 2023 This paper goes into great depth on the prevalent health issue of dry mouth. The major salivary glands secrete the total amount 0f 95% saliva. The saliva is composed of both organic and inorganic compounds.
Sharjeel Chaudhry, Zarmina Ehtesham
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Management of dry mouth in Sjögren's syndrome
Japanese Dental Science Review, 2011 The management of dry mouth is essential for patients with Sjögren's syndrome. The symptomatic treatment has included using air humidifiers, rinsing the mouth with water or mouthwash, the application of a salivary substitute and administration of ...
Yoichi Nakagawa
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Xerostomia: Few dry facts about dry mouth
Archives of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2014 Xerostomia is the subjective feeling of oral dryness, which is often associated with hypofunction of the salivary gland. Xerostomia can also have a major impact on a patient′s oral health and quality of life.
Prasanna Kumar J Rao +7 more
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