The Reduction in the Amount of Glandular Secretion Noted in Patients

question 22

Multiple Choice

The reduction in the amount of glandular secretion noted in patients with xerostomia is called:

• A) dysplasia.
• B) hyposalivation.
• C) cystic transformation.
• D) ossification.

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