Dry mouth and older people [PDF]
Australian Dental Journal, 2015 AbstractDry mouth is more common among older people than in any other age group. Appropriate definition and accurate measurement of dry mouth is critical for better understanding, monitoring and treatment of the condition. Xerostomia is the symptom(s) of dry mouth; it can be measured using methods ranging from single questions to multi‐item summated ...
, W M Thomson
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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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Xerostomia (dry mouth) in Patients With COVID-19: A Case Series [PDF]
Future Virology, 2021 Fatemeh Atoof
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A patient with dry mouth [PDF]
Clinical Otolaryngology, 2009 Introduction: Xerostomia is a common symptom among patients referred to ENT clinics. We present an evidence‐based approach in a patient complaining of xerostomia who has not been exposed to radiotherapy.Method (search strategy): This review was based on a literature search last performed on 1 July 2008.
R J, Glore +2 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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