The experience of dry mouth and screening for Sjogren’s syndrome by the dentist: patient-reported experiences [PDF]
BMC Oral Health, 2023 Background One of the main clinical features of Sjögren’s Syndrome is oral dryness, which is associated with an increased risk of oral diseases and a lower oral life quality.
Boughanmi Rihab +4 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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An Update on the Lived Experience of Dry Mouth in Sjögren's Syndrome Patients [PDF]
Frontiers in Oral Health, 2021 This paper aims to provide an update on research findings on the lived experience of dry mouth in Sjögren's Syndrome (SS) patients. Dry mouth is a significant condition that impacts on the daily lives of people with SS.
Di Ying Joanna Ngo +1 more
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Dry mouth in patients with a life-limiting condition or frailty: a study protocol for two intervention studies and a nested qualitative sub-study (the Dry mOuth Project, DROP) [PDF]
BMC Palliative Care, 2023 Background Despite its prevalent and impactful nature, dry mouth remains an underexposed and undertreated symptom in patients with a life-limiting condition or frailty.
Annelot I. van der Meulen +6 more
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A Study of Dry Mouth and Gastrointestinal Disorders in Patients Taking Antidepressant [PDF]
European PsychiatryIntroduction Dry mouth is a subjective symptom of the feeling of dehydration inside of the mouth and is closely linked to reduced salivary secretion. The occurrence of dry mouth and GI disorders due to antidepressants greatly affects the course of the ...
S.-Y. Lee, H.-J. Lee
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A case-control study to evaluate salivary cortisol levels in patients with dry mouth
Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology, 2014 Objective: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the salivary cortisol levels in patients with dry mouth. Materials and Methods: The study population consisted of 20 patients with a complaint of dry mouth and 20 asymptomatic age- and sex-matched ...
Vandana Shekar +2 more
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Oral–Systemic Health Burden and Dry Mouth as an Intermediary Factor: A Cross-Sectional Study in Singapore Nursing Homes [PDF]
International Dental JournalIntroduction and aims: This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of oral and systemic health conditions among older adults in nursing homes (NHs) in Singapore and investigate associations between dry mouth and oral-systemic health factors.
Sayaka Tada +6 more
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Thirst or dry mouth in dying patients?—A qualitative study of palliative care physicians’ experiences [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2023 Introduction Thirst and dry mouth are common symptoms among patients at the end of life. In palliative care today, there is a focus on mouth care to alleviate thirst.
Maria Friedrichsen +11 more
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Care need and dry mouth as risk indicators for impaired taste and smell [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2021 To identify whether reduced saliva secretion or xerostomia symptoms are risk indicators for impaired taste and smell, depending on age and care needs. This cross-sectional study evaluated taste and smell in patients categorized into different age groups (
Mara-Zoe Hummelsheim +4 more
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The Challenge of Medication-Induced Dry Mouth in Residential Aged Care [PDF]
Pharmacy, 2021 With a reported prevalence between 20% and 30%, dry mouth is more common among older people than any other age group. The major risk factor for dry mouth is polypharmacy.
William Murray Thomson +3 more
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