An aid to the management of xerostomia in the partially dentate patient.
Xerostomia is becoming more frequently encountered, often in relation to the use of pharmacological agents. This paper describes the management of a patient with xerostomia, both in terms of her dry mucosa and the difficulties in constructing new dentures.
Craddock
Helen L
HL
Division of Restorative Dentistry, Leeds Dental Institute, Worsley Building, Clarendon Way, Leeds LS2 9LU.
D000368:Aged; D003779:Denture Design; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007576:Jaw, Edentulous, Partially / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008334:Mandible; D012464:Saliva, Artificial / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D014987:Xerostomia / Q000628:therapy*
D012464:Saliva, Artificial