ABSTRACT

Introduction: Xerostomia is dryness of oral cavity caused due to multiple etiological factors like medications, radiotherapy and certain diseases like Sjogren’s syndrome and elderly people. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the awareness of xerostomia among dental practitioners. Material and methods: It included 100 dentists from various parts of India and a questionnaire of 10 questions were preformed and distributed to them. Responses were collected and assessment has been done accordingly. Results: Most of the dentist are aware of xerostomia and its clinical signs and management and the adjuvant therapy of treating xerostomia. Conclusion: Dentists have the opportunity to identify patients with the complaint of xerostomia with effective diagnostic methods and functional tests, and help the patient to prevent secondary effects and improve the overall well being of the patient. Keywords: Xerostomia, dentist, dry mouth
Publication date: 01/03/2022

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2022/11.3.5960