Saliva, as an innovative and accessible diagnostic fluid, is transforming research and clinical practice in both dentistry and medicine. This volume offers a comprehensive overview of advances in the use of salivary biomarkers and the evolving characteristics of this fluid, emphasizing their value in early diagnosis, monitoring, therapeutic response, and the prevention of a wide range of oral and systemic diseases.
Key topics include the oxidant–antioxidant balance, xerostomia, hyposalivation, periodontal disease, glandular disorders, and the detection of potentially malignant lesions. The...