Xerostomia and prosthodontic conduct
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xerostomia, radiotherapy, dry mouth, dental practiceAbstract
Xerostomia or dry mouth is a condition frequently seen in dental practice. The elderly people are at greater risk because they undergo medications, systemic diseases or various radiotherapy of the head and neck region. Patient complains of problems in mastication, phonetics, deglutition and in wearing dentures. Patients are at increased risk of developing dental caries usually multiple. Treatment may include the review of the current prescription drug regimen, ongoing dental care, caries prevention, use of salivary substitutes, salivary stimulants, salivary reservoirs and salivary sensors. A thorough clinical examination by the clinician is important for diagnosis, management, treatment and evaluation of the xerostomia patient.
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