Comparative analysis of metric changes in the sections of hemomicrocirculatory stream of rat mucous membrane of gums and hard palate after exposure to ethanol and methacrylate

Abstract

Currently, the problem of the salivary glands’ dysfunction is becoming topical considering the common tendency to population aging worldwide. Hyposalivation is caused by dental diseases, systemic diseases, transplantation, consumption of medications (hypotensive drugs, antidepressants, and antibiotics), radiation therapy, application of dentures, and other exogenous factors. It has been found that morphological changes in oral mucosa, occurred in the abovementioned conditions, are accompanied by changes in the sections of hemomicrocirculatory stream. Use of morphometric methods ensures objective estimation of the structural changes in organs and tissues.