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Characteristics for the subjects in this study
| SS | Non-SS | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Subjects | 10 | 5 |
| Sex (male/female) | 1/9 | 0/5 |
| Age | 66.9 ± 9.4 | 69.8 ± 4.6 |
| Gum test (ml/10 min) | 3.59 ± 2.31 | 6.28 ± 2.05 |
| Saxon test (g/2 min) | 1.84 ± 1.56 | 2.01 ± 1.53 |
Values represent the mean ± SD. SS, Sjogren’s syndrome; non-SS, dry mouth group.
