Med Lasers.  2022 Mar;11(1):15-20. 10.25289/ML.2022.11.1.15.

Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Treatment of Salivary Dysfunction

• Abueva CD

• KMID: 2533541
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.25289/ML.2022.11.1.15

Abstract

Photobiomodulation therapy, owing to its photobiological anti-inflam matory and wound healing effects, has been suggested as a non-invasive, safe, and effective approach in treating salivary dysfunctions. Xerostomia or dry mouth and hyposalivation are challenging conditions, and patients suffer oral problems and a poor quality of life. Several studies have demonstrated the potential of photobiomodulation in reducing xerosto mia and hyposalivation. However, there is a lack of synthesis of available evidence to establish whether it is an efficient, safe, and cost-effective method. In addition, the challenges include the lack of consensus on the optimal PBM dosage, as well as the variability of the findings in published studies.

Keyword

Xerostomia; Dry mouth; Hyposalivation; Photobiomodulation; Low level laser therapy