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    Is it possible to change the pain experience?

    by Mariela Padilla August 2, 2022

    Inhibition or modulation are mechanisms which will change the pain experience. By modifying how the body reacts, the clinician will offer some relief to patients with chronic pain . There are multiple mechanisms for pain modulation (inhibition and facilitation).  Descending control of spinal nociception originates…

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    How to Treat Dry Mouth in Older Patients

    by Kamal Al-Eryani March 25, 2021

    There are many diseases such as Xerostomia and Salivary Gland Hypofunction, radiation therapy in the head and neck area, and medications that cause dry mouth. In this article, we present several treatment options for older patients experiencing dry mouth. Mouth Moisteners Several mouth moisteners in…

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