Patients with oral lichen planus display lower levels of salivary acidic glycoproteins than individuals without oral mucosal disease

ConclusionsPatients with OLP showed a high prevalence of xerostomia and lower levels of salivary acidic type glycoproteins compared to the individuals without oral mucosa disease.Clinical relevanceIt is relevant to investigate the role of acidic glycoproteins in the pathogenesis of OLP.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research