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What is the difference between a vesicle and an oral ulcer?
Dec 10, 2018
We are going to review the differences between vesicles and ulcerations, two types of lesions found in an oral cavity. If you look at this oral mucosa decision tree for oral lesions, many of these lesions are classified as vesiculobullous or vesicular...
Geriatric Dentistry: Understanding the Role of Saliva
Sep 18, 2018
Saliva, its Function and Benefits Saliva provides important protection to the teeth and the tissues of the mouth due to its cleansing, lubricating and antimicrobial properties [11], [12]; promotion of remineralization of the teeth; transport of digestive enzymes; and...