Managing Oral Ulcerations (Non-Viral) and Pain - 1
One of the most important functions of saliva is to provide lubrication, which coats the oral soft tissues and teeth. This lubricant effect is essential for the adequate breakdown of foods during mastication and the resultant formation of the bolus, which is passed through the esophagus to the stomach for digestion. Therefore, xerostomic clients may complain of indigestion, which may be caused by inadequate food breakdown in the oral cavity.
