title: Diagnosis and management of xerostomia and hyposalivation.
abstract: Xerostomia, the subjective complaint of dry mouth, and hyposalivation remain a significant burden for many individuals. Diagnosis of xerostomia and salivary gland hypofunction is dependent upon a careful and detailed history and thorough oral examination. There exist many options for treatment and symptom management: salivary stimulants, topical agents, saliva substitutes, and systemic sialogogues. The aim of this review is to investigate the current state of knowledge on management and treatment of patients affected by xerostomia and/or hyposalivation.
authors: Division of Oral Medicine and Dentistry, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA ; Department of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
authors: Alessandro
authors: A
authors: Villa
authors: Department of General Dentistry, Boston University Henry M Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
authors: Christopher L
authors: CL
authors: Connell
authors: Dental Clinic, Department of Health Sciences, University of Milan, Milano, Italy.
authors: Silvio
authors: S
authors: Abati
keywords: dry mouth; saliva stimulation; saliva substitutes; sialogogues
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