Salivary Markers in Patients With Xerostomia

Oral Health and Salivary Markers in Patients With Xerostomia

The purpose of this study was to investigate the salivary levels of inflammatory and their association with oral health in xerostomía patient

Primary Outcome Measures:

• salivary Proinflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines
• questionnaire is provided to the patient for xerostomia characterization

Secondary Outcome Measures:

• Probing pocket depth
• Probing pocket depth and clinical attachment level
• Gingival index
• Plaque index
• Bleeding on probing

Inclusion Criteria:

• The patient must have clinical symptoms of xerostomia (dry mouth)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Head and neck radiotherapy
• Administration anti-inflammatory drugs or antibiotic therapies within the previous 6 months
• Patients who are unable or unwilling to cooperate
• Patient suffering from cancer