Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's white blood cells attack and destroy exocrine glands, specifically the salivary glands. What could a patient with this syndrome expect?
A) impaction of the wisdom teeth B) increased saliva production
C) increased risk of dental cavities, or caries D) increased production of salivary amylase
Answer: C
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