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Presented by: Credits: 2 CE
Xerostomia is the subjective sensation of oral dryness, while dry mouth is objective and refers to hyposalivation, defined as reduced or nonexistent salivary flow. The terms xerostomia and dry
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Presented by: Dental Learning Credits: 2 CE
Periodontal disease with clinical attachment loss affects approximately 47% of American adults over the age of 30. The development and progression of chronic periodontitis depends on a number of
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Presented by: Dental Learning Credits: 2 CE
Sjögren syndrome is a chronic, inflammatory autoimmune disease with significant oral and systemic complications. Oral manifestations and complications of this disease include parched oral mucosa,
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Presented by: Dental Learning Credits: 1 CE
The purpose of this webinar is to assist clinicians with the identification of patient populations who are at risk for chronic dry mouth and resultant complications. Participants will learn about
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Presented by: Dental Learning Credits: 2 CE
Dry mouth affects a significant proportion of the population, with an increased prevalence with age. Etiologies include medication use, autoimmune diseases, head and neck radiation, chemotherapy,
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Presented by: Dental Learning Credits: 1 CE
The purpose of this webinar is to provide an overview of xerostomia and the impact of medication-induced dry mouth on oral health. Normal properties of saliva will be reviewed, as well as oral