Nutritional aspects of alterations in the oral cavity affect all aspects dental hygiene therapy. Match each oral and nutritional term with its most appropriate description.
-Benign migratory glossitis

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Geographic tongue, also known as benign migratory glossitis, is a condition that affects the tongue and can cause discomfort or sensitivity to certain foods.

Answer: E
 Cheddar cheese is a food that can help neutralize the acids in the mouth and promote healthy teeth and gums due to its calcium and phosphorus content.

Answer: J
 Phytochemicals are chemical compounds that are found in plant-based foods and can have various health benefits, including promoting oral health.

The other terms do not have a direct relationship with nutrition. Sialometric test involves measuring salivary flow rate, dentin hypersensitivity refers to tooth sensitivity, erosion and abrasion relate to tooth wear and tear, temporomandibular disorder involves jaw joint and muscle issues, tinnitus refers to ringing in the ears, and crepitus is the sound produced when bones or cartilage rub against each other.

Nutritional Aspects of Alterations in the Oral Cavity Affect All