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Xerostomia
In this issue we explore xerostomia. the problem is common in the general population, affection nearly 10 percent. Among the elderly population, that number increases to 25 percent, likely due to the group's increased use of presecription drugs. Read below to learn more about the symptoms, plus effective methods for evaluation and treatment.
Categories
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Dry Mouth
Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while ? if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems.Get more information » -
Xerostomia: Recognition And Management
Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the subjective feeling of oral dryness. It is important to recognize that xerostomia is not a diagnosis, but a symptom with multiple possible causes. .Get more information » -
Dry Mouth
Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while ? if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems.Get more information » -
Your Guide to a Healthy Mouth
Basic dental and nutritional information explaining the importance of effective oral care which helps strengthen tooth enamel and rid the mouth of bacteria.Get more information »
Professional Education
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Compendium: Exploring The Relationship Between Oral Health And Systemic Health Within The African American Population
Much published research documents continuing racial and ethnic disparities in health, particularly for African Americans, which apply to both oral and systemic diseases. Current research suggests biologically plausible associations between oral and systemic diseases; however, clear causeand- effect relationships have not been substantiated. Some researchers and health care providers have noted anecdotal associations between oral and systemic health, as well as compounding adverse effects of oral and systemic diseases and dysfunctions.Get more information » -
Diagnostic And Therapeutic Strategies For The Management Of The Diabetic Patient
The bridge between oral and systemic health exists and becomes more concrete as data continue to emerge in support of this relationship.Get more information » -
Infection Or Inflammation: The Link Between Periodontal Disease And Systemic Disease
There is increasing evidence that chronic infections are associated with cardiovascular diseases. A number of hypotheses have been put forward to explain these associations, including common susceptibility, systemic inflammation, direct infection of the blood vessels, and cross-reactivity or molecular mimicry between bacterial and self-antigens.Get more information »
Patient Education
Educational materials from our Oral Health Library to enligthten and share with your patients.
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Compendium: Exploring The Relationship Between Oral Health And Systemic Health Within The African American Population
Much published research documents continuing racial and ethnic disparities in health, particularly for African Americans, which apply to both oral and systemic diseases. Current research suggests biologically plausible associations between oral and systemic diseases; however, clear causeand- effect relationships have not been substantiated. Some researchers and health care providers have noted anecdotal associations between oral and systemic health, as well as compounding adverse effects of oral and systemic diseases and dysfunctions.Get more information » -
Diagnostic And Therapeutic Strategies For The Management Of The Diabetic Patient
The bridge between oral and systemic health exists and becomes more concrete as data continue to emerge in support of this relationship.Get more information » -
Infection Or Inflammation: The Link Between Periodontal Disease And Systemic Disease
There is increasing evidence that chronic infections are associated with cardiovascular diseases. A number of hypotheses have been put forward to explain these associations, including common susceptibility, systemic inflammation, direct infection of the blood vessels, and cross-reactivity or molecular mimicry between bacterial and self-antigens.Get more information »
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