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Hyposalivation in autoimmune diseases [PDF]
Rheumatology International, 2012 We have investigated the prevalence of dry mouth among patients with autoimmune diseases other than Sjögren's syndrome. One hundred and forty-four patients, excluding patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome, were enrolled in this study. The volume of saliva secreted was measured with the screening technique for estimation of salivary flow, which uses ...
Wataru Sakamoto, Maeshima Etsuko
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Different Protocols of Photobiomodulation Therapy of Hyposalivation [PDF]
Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, 2018 Objective: Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy has proved to be effective for a wide range of oral pathologies including oral dryness, but the literature still lacks reports of clinical trials and protocols.
Bozana Lončar-Brzak +2 more
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Hyposalivation and oral candidiasis-A short review
Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 2022 Oral candidiasis is an opportunistic fungal infection commonly encountered in immunocompromised individuals. The oral cavity harbours numerous microbes and along with immunity saliva also maintains oral health. The Candida species form biofilm over the tissue and prosthetic surfaces. The biofilm formation results in persistent
Babu, N Aravindha, Anitha, N
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Diagnosis and management of xerostomia and hyposalivation
Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management, 2014 Xerostomia, the subjective complaint of dry mouth, and hyposalivation remain a significant burden for many individuals. Diagnosis of xerostomia and salivary gland hypofunction is dependent upon a careful and detailed history and thorough oral examination. There exist many options for treatment and symptom management: salivary stimulants, topical agents,
A. Villa, C. L. Connell, ABATI , SILVIO
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Clinical diagnosis of hyposalivation in hospitalized patients [PDF]
Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2012 The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical criteria for the diagnosis of hyposalivation in hospitalized patients.A clinical study was carried out on 145 subjects (48 males; 97 females; aged 20 to 90 years). Each subject was clinically examined, in the morning and in the afternoon, along 1 day.
Berti-Couto, Soraya de Azambuja +9 more
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Hyposalivation and Xerostomia in Dentate Older Adults [PDF]
The Journal of the American Dental Association, 2010 Older adults are susceptible to reduced saliva production related to certain medications, radiation and chronic conditions. Many of these people have many physical and oral health problems and limited access to dental care. The use of effective screening tools for xerostomia and hyposalivation would be helpful in identifying those at risk.
R Constance, Wiener +6 more
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Semaglutide-associated hyposalivation: A report of case series
Medicine, 2023 Rationale: Obesity and diabetes of different types are considered global health risks with rising prevalence. In addition to low-calorie diet and daily exercise, several treatment options have been introduced to help patient in needs.
Hani Haytham Mawardi +7 more
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Elucidating the role of hyposalivation and autoimmunity in oral candidiasis [PDF]
Oral Diseases, 2017 IntroductionOral candidiasis (OC) is a potential oral complication in Sjögren's syndrome (SS). Some studies indicate that the low stimulated salivary flow and not low unstimulated salivary flow is associated with OC in SS, while others report that the underlying autoimmune disorders contribute to OC, based solely on correlation coefficients.
M Billings +4 more
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Saliva is a vital bodily fluid that facilitates digestion, speech, and swallowing, while also protecting oral tissues through its antimicrobial and lubricating properties. Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is typically associated with reduced salivary flow or, in rarer cases, psychological factors.
Hülya Erten Can, Aslı Silkü
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Accuracy of a questionnaire on xerostomia as a screening tool for hyposalivation
International Dental Journal, 2020 Determine the accuracy of a questionnaire on xerostomia as a screening tool for hyposalivation.A total of 402 adults awaiting dental care at a public healthcare service answered an eight-item questionnaire addressing xerostomia and were submitted to stimulated sialometry, with ≤ 0.7 mL/min considered indicative of hyposalivation.
Handerson Nunes, de Carvalho +5 more
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