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Frequently
Asked Questions > Dry Mouth
Q: What is
dry mouth?
A: An extremely common symptom
presented by patients. It is a condition
that may have long or short-term effects
on you. Having a dry mouth can cause
many health and oral health problems.
Q: What causes dry mouth?
A: It is caused by the salivary
glands in your mouth not working in
the way they should normally. Dry mouth
may be a symptom of stress or medication
and can therefore be short-term. Smoking
can also cause dry mouth. In the long-term
a dry mouth may be irreversible caused
by medical treatments such as radiotherapy
or by a medical condition such as diabetes
or rheumatoid arthritis.
Q: How will dry mouth affect
me?
A: Dry mouth can have a dramatic
effect upon a patient. You will experience
difficulty in every day functions such
as talking, eating, swallowing and sleeping.
If you are a denture
wearer you may find it uncomfortable
or difficult to carry out normal day-to-day
functions. You will probably feel thirsty
most of the time and dry mouth will
affect your sense of taste. You may
also feel a burning sensation in your
mouth and develop cracked lips. Natural
saliva production is essential to your
oral health as it washes away debris
and plaque which cause tooth decay and
your gums
may be swollen, sore and sometimes they
may bleed. Dry mouth frequently causes
bad breath in sufferers.
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DRY MOUTH
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SALIVARY GLANDS NOT WORKING
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TOOTH DECAY AND GUM DISEASE
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Q: What can I do?
A: Any of the above symptoms can be
relieved. Talk to your dentist about your
symptoms and what can be used to make you
more comfortable.
Q: What can be done to help?
A: If your dry mouth symptoms have
an identifiable cause, such as medication,
it may be possible to rectify the problem
– for these types of reason your symptoms
may be short-term. Temporarily, sucking sugar-free
sweets or an ice cube can relieve dry mouth.
It is important to introduce a method of sustained
moisture. This can be done with moisture gels
or saliva substitutes.
Q: How can look after my mouth?
A: For dry mouth sufferers it is very
important to maintain a healthy mouth. Specialist
products are available to make your oral hygiene
more comfortable. These products will not
only relieve the dry mouth feeling but supplement
the protective elements in the saliva by releasing
enzymes. These specialist products are available
as a gum, mouthwash, toothpaste and moisturising
gel. Used daily they will help keep the dry
mouth moist, comfortable and healthy.
Q: How does this fit into my oral
hygiene routine?
A: Brush at least twice a day using
bioXtra toothpaste. Clean between the teeth
with floss or an interdental brush. Using
this toothpaste will offer optimal comfort.
Rinsing with bioXtra mouthrinse will not only
prolong moisture in the mouth but help clear
any debris missed by brushing in hard to reach
places in your mouth.
Using moisturising gel on your gums and tongue
throughout the day and particularly before
going to sleep at night, will give continued
comfort. The gel has the ability to bring
great comfort to denture wearers. |
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