Can hyaluronic acid injections help dry mouth?
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether injections of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance—can relieve chronic dry mouth (xerostomia). If it works, it could offer a new treatment option for people who have had dry mouth for at least a year.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have had dry mouth symptoms for at least one year
- You are willing to attend follow-up appointments and follow the study plan
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have active infections or other diseases affecting your mouth or gums
- You are not currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy for head or neck cancer
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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