Dental prosthetic treatment outcomes in patients with xerostomia and hyposalivation: A scoping review.
Researchers reviewed 33 studies examining how dry mouth affects outcomes of dentures, implants, and fixed restorations. Implants showed generally high survival rates, but removable dentures resulted in lower satisfaction and function, though adhesives helped; limited evidence suggested fixed restorations faced higher failure risk.
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