The effect of pilocarpine on dental caries in patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome: a database prospective cohort study

Abstract Background Primary Sjögren’s syndrome (pSS) is associated with dental caries. Pilocarpine, a salivary stimulant, can improve the amount and flow rate of saliva in patients with pSS. This study aimed to assess whether the risk of dental caries decreases with the use of pilocarpine in patient...

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Main Authors: Chung-Yuan Hsu, Kuo-Chun Hung, Ming-Shyan Lin, Chi-Hua Ko, Yu-Sheng Lin, Tien-Hsing Chen, Chun-Yu Lin, Ying-Chou Chen
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:Arthritis Research & Therapy
Subjects:
Primary Sjögren’s syndrome
Pilocarpine
Dental caries
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13075-019-2031-7
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