Implant-Supported Electrostimulating Device to Treat Xerostomia: A Preliminary Study

ABSTRACT Background: The full accomplishment of salivary function depends on proper salivary flow rate and composition. Salivary secretion is highly essential in the maintenance of health and integrity of oral hard and soft tissue. Xerostomia is a common symptom affecting between one‐fifth and one‐t...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Clinical implant dentistry and related research 2010-03, Vol.12 (1), p.62-71
Hauptverfasser:	Ami, Smidt, Wolff, Andy
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Aged, 80 and over Crowns Deglutition - physiology Dental Implants Dental Prosthesis Design Dentistry dry mouth Electric Stimulation Therapy - instrumentation electrostimulator Equipment Design Female Follow-Up Studies Humans implant Lingual Nerve - physiology Mandible Molar, Third Patient Satisfaction Quality of Life saliva Saliva - secretion Secretory Rate - physiology Speech - physiology xerostomia Xerostomia - physiopathology Xerostomia - therapy
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