As more states legalize some form of marijuana use, oral health professionals need to be knowledgeable about cannabis use, the various forms available, and its effects on oral and systemic health.

While athletes are in prime physical condition, they may be at increased risk for bruxism, dental erosion, and xerostomia.

Providing appropriate dental care to patients with cancer before, during, and after treatment is important to maintaining their oral health and quality of life.

Patients have a variety of options when it comes to managing the symptoms of this common oral condition.

Fluoride therapy, in addition to adjunctive over-the-counter remedies, can help patients with xerostomia relieve the dry mouth symptoms and reduce their risk of decay.

I have consistently observed the presence of xerostomia among patients with facial paralysis. Is there an association between the two?

The future of oral health care may include the diagnosis and modulation of this cytokine as a strategy for treatment and to improve patient outcomes.

By keeping up to date on the most commonly used medications that cause dry mouth, dental hygienists can help patients maintain their oral health.

Effective detection and treatment guidelines to improve your patients’ quality of life.

Xerostomia or perceived dry mouth has been described as "the symptom that acts like a disease."