Hyposalivation and Xerostomia: Prevalence and Associated Factors in the Elderly
In the elderly, many chronic diseases and systemic conditions, medications, and salivary dysfunctions, mostly caused by therapeutic radiation and chemotherapy, are associated with hyposalivation and xerostomia, affecting quality of life. The purpose of this study was to identify and evaluate potenti...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-08-01
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| Series: | Medical Sciences Forum |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-9992/22/1/33 |