Rheology of saliva in health and disease
- 7 June 2023
- journal article
- research article
- Published by IOS Press in Biorheology
- Vol. 59 (1-2), 19-27
- https://doi.org/10.3233/bir-210014
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Saliva is a complex fluid that lubricates the oropharynx and facilitates chewing, swallowing, and vocalization. Viscoelasticity is critical for the ability of saliva to fulfill these functions. Xerostomia, or a sensation of dry mouth, occKeywords
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