systematic_review
    2011
    High Quality

    Interventions for the management of dry mouth: topical therapies

    Furness S, Worthington HV, Bryan G, Birchenough S, McMillan R

    Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

    Key Findings

    No strong evidence that any topical saliva substitute is effective for relieving dry mouth; oxygenated glycerol triester spray beat aqueous electrolyte spray.

    Conclusions

    Topical therapies show weak and inconsistent benefit for xerostomia.

    Limitations

    Small heterogeneous trials, mostly short duration.

    Related Health Concerns

    Dry Mouth

    Study Details

    Year:2011
    Sample Size:1,597
    Quality Score:9/10

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