MANAGEMENT OF DRY MOUTH - 31/03/22
Doi : 10.1016/S0011-8532(22)00048-9
Philip C. Fox, DDS a, ⁎
a Division of Intramural Research, Clinical Investigations Section, Gene Therapy and Therapeutics Branch, National Institute of Dental Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland
* Address reprint requests to Philip C. Fox, DDS, NIH/NIDR, Building 10, Room 1N-113, 10 Center Drive MSC 1190, Bethesda, MD 20892–1190 NIH/NIDR Building 10, Room 1N-113 10 Center Drive MSC 1190 Bethesda MD 20892–1190
SUMMARY |
Dry mouth is a common complaint and, when associated with salivary gland dysfunction, a significant problem. Accurate and complete diagnosis of the patient with complaints of xerostomia is essential. Management should be directed to relief of symptoms, control of oral disease, and improvement in salivary function. With a systematic approach and aggressive management, most dry mouth patients can achieve oral comfort and adequate oral function.
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Vol 41 - N° 4
P. 863-875 - octobre 1997 Retour au numéro
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