Abstract
In this article, salivary gland dysfunction and xerostomia in Sjögren's syndrome (SS) are discussed, with a focus on the pathophysiology of salivary dysfunction in SS, the clinical presentation of dry mouth in SS, how to assess salivary gland hypofunction and xerostomia in SS, and the impact of salivary gland dysfunction on quality of life in patients with SS
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America |
Vol/bind | 26 |
Udgave nummer | 1 |
Sider (fra-til) | 35-53 |
Antal sider | 19 |
ISSN | 1061-3315 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2014 |