Association of Xerostomia and Assessment of Salivary Flow Using Modified Schirmer Test among Smokers and Healthy Individuals: A Preliminary Study

Background and Objective: Several oral diseases such as dental caries, periodontitis and oral infections can be a major concern in patients suffering from mouth dryness. Whole mouth salivary flow is affected by many factors which may include habits like smoking. The aim of the present study was...

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Main Authors: Sujatha Dyasanoor, Shweta Channavir Saddu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/3846/70-6650_E(C)_F(T)_PF1(VP_SH)_PFA(H)_PF2(RKH)_(NJH)).pdf