It has been stated that the most important systemic condition affecting salivation is undoubtedly the degree of hydration of the tissues.' Although dehydration has been correlated with decreased salivary flow,1-6 reports dealing with the effect of hyperhydration are sparse.7 8 The question of whether hyperhydration affects salivary flow has not received proper experimental attention. This study explores the effect of graded degrees of forced water ingestion on the rate of function of the unstimulated parotid gland.
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