New arise if there is a reduction of salivary secretion will lead to
symptoms of dry mouth or xerostomia (AI-Saif, 1991; Amerongan, 1991; Kidd and
Bechal, 1992; Sonis et al, 1995). Macaml various problems will arise for people with
complaints of dry mouth as shown in Table 5.
Oral mucosa dry, easily irritated
Inarticulate
Difficult to chew and swallow
Problems with prostheses
Accumulation of mucus taste like burning
Taste Disorders
Changes in soft tissue
This shift in oral microflora
Increased dental caries
Inflammation of the periodontium
Halitosis
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