Xerostomia akibat Terapi Radiasi Leher dan Kepala pada Penderita Kanker Tiroid
<p>Saliva is essential for preservation of oral health. It aids in preparation of the initial food bolus, assist in taste and swallowing, and lubricates the oral mucosa. In addition it has antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. Consequently, salivary gland dysfunction can lead to...
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| Language: | English |
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Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia
2015-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of Dentistry Indonesia |
| Online Access: | http://jdentistry.ui.ac.id/index.php/JDI/article/view/667 |