Review article
Xerostomia: an Update
Stephen R. Porter
Vanja Vučićević Boras
Abstract
Xerostomia can have a significant adverse effect upon oral health and quality of life. A variety of new therapies are continuously being developed and assessed, but in general the treatment of the underlying salivary gland disease remains difficult. It is important, however, that all patients with long-standing xerostomia are appropriately investigated to establish the underlying aetiology, and to receive professional oral health care.
Keywords
Xerostomia; Mouth Diseases; Salivary Gland Diseases
Hrčak ID:
12540
URI
Publication date:
15.6.2007.
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