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Area of Science:

  • Oral Medicine
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Otorhinolaryngology

Background:

  • Xerostomia and salivary gland hypofunction significantly impair oral health and patient quality of life.
  • Common causes include medications, chronic conditions like Sjögren's syndrome, and head and neck radiation therapy.
  • Other factors involve local salivary gland diseases such as infections, cancer, and ductal obstructions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review the etiologies of xerostomia and hyposalivation.
  • To outline current evaluation methods for salivary gland dysfunction.
  • To discuss existing and emerging management strategies, including novel stem cell therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of studies on xerostomia and hyposalivation.
  • Analysis of etiological factors, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic interventions.
  • Evaluation of preclinical and clinical data on stem cell-based treatments.

Main Results:

  • Established a clear understanding of the diverse causes leading to dry mouth and reduced saliva.
  • Summarized key diagnostic tools for assessing salivary gland function.
  • Highlighted that current management focuses on symptom relief, with stem cell therapy showing therapeutic potential.

Conclusions:

  • Xerostomia and hyposalivation stem from various systemic and local factors, necessitating accurate diagnosis.
  • Symptomatic management remains the cornerstone of treatment for dry mouth.
  • Stem cell-based regenerative approaches represent a promising future direction for restoring salivary gland function.