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A novel test for hyposalivation using a sugar cube
AbstractBackgroundHyposalivation is a highly prevalent condition in old persons.ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to assess a novel tool for the diagnosis of hyposalivation using a sugar cube and to compare its reliability to other validated test methods.MethodsFive tests were performed: unstimulated salivary flow test by draining method (USFT), oral
Spyraki, Foteini +3 more
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Hyposalivation and oral health status among the Georgian population
Introduction: The normal stimulated salivary flow rate averages 1.5–2.0 mL/min while the unstimulated – is approximately 0.3–0.4 mL/min. Below this average, it is considered hyposalivation.
Sophio Kakriashvili +5 more
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Hyposalivation in autoimmune diseases [PDF]
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 ...
Maeshima, Etsuko +4 more
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Effects of Oral Health and Functional Characteristics on Taste Sensitivity in Older Adults: Comparative Analysis Using Solution and Taste Strip Tests. [PDF]
Oral and functional status differentially modify gustatory assessment in older adults. Salivary and swallowing functions selectively affect strip and solution tests, respectively, highlighting the complementary roles of these methods for comprehensive evaluation and personalised management of taste dysfunction.
Jung HJ, Lee HJ, Cho Y, Ahn HJ.
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Relationship between Oral Health Related Quality of Life and Hyposalivation and Xerostomia in Patients with Chronic Renal Failure Undergoing Hemodialysis [PDF]
Background and purpose: This study investigated the relationship between oral health related quality of life and hyposalivation and dry mouth in patients with chronic renal failure (CRF) undergoing hemodialysis.
Tahereh Molania +5 more
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Introduction: The salivary flow rate reduces Hyposalivation. Type 2 diabetes mellitus patient with hyposalivation have a high risk of various oral complications if untreated adequately.
Marini Sundari +2 more
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Different Protocols of Photobiomodulation Therapy of Hyposalivation [PDF]
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.
Lončar Brzak, Božana +5 more
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Background Hyposalivation is disease with multiple symptoms. This disease is hard to be diagnosed and to be treated, and there are not enough clinical protocols to cure the disease. In this study, we propose our own treatment protocols which aim not only
Seung-Jun Lee +5 more
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Hyposalivation and oral candidiasis-A short review
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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Could inflammation contribute to salivary gland dysfunction in patients with chronic heart failure?
Heart failure (HF) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. HF results not only in cardiovascular dysfunction, but also numerous pathologies in the oral cavity and salivary glands.
Anna Klimiuk +4 more
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