Prosthodontic Management of Xerostomic Patient: A Technical Modification

• Main Authors: Haraswarupa Gurkar (Author), Omprakash Yadahally Venkatesh (Author), Jagadeesh Mandya Somashekar (Author), Muthuraj Hariharapura Lakshme Gowda (Author), Madhavi Dwivedi (Author), Ishani Ningthoujam (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Xerostomia is often a contributing factor in both minor and serious health problems. It can affect nutrition and dental as well as psychological health. Common problems faced by such patients are glossitis, mucositis, angular cheilitis, dysgeusia, and difficulty in chewing and swallowing. One of the...