Xerostomia and you.
The aims of management of patients with xerostomia include the provision of a definitive aetiology and diagnosis, and a prognosis for the salivary dysfunction. Salivary flow assessment and function testing, other relevant laboratory tests, and even referrals should be performed as necessary. Management of the condition depends on diagnosis and severity, and includes enhancement of salivary flow, oral lubrication, control of soft-tissue infections and discomfort, and prevention of dental caries.
Oral Health Regional Service, Green Lane Hospital, Green Lane, Auckland.
K David
KD
Hay
Kim J
KJ
Gear
D002327:Cariostatic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D010812:Physical Stimulation; D012463:Saliva / Q000378:metabolism / Q000502:physiology; D012464:Saliva, Artificial / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013268:Stimulation, Chemical; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D009435:Synaptic Transmission; D014882:Water-Electrolyte Balance; D014987:Xerostomia / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy
D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D012464:Saliva, Artificial