What is Xerostomia?

1. What is Xerostomia or dry mouth? Maximum moisturizing effect and care of dry mouth

2. What is Xerostomia ? Xerostomia is the most common clinical manifestation of salivary dysfunction, involving a reduction or absence of salivary secretion . It has a severe impact on quality of life , making it hard to carry out basic oral functions like chewing, swallowing and phonation, among others. It affects: Soft tissues: desiccation, burning, irritation, mucositis , gingivitis, etc. Hard tissues : caries, dental sensitivity, etc.

3. 2 types of X erostomia : IRREVERSIBLE XEROSTOMIA Salivary glands produce NO saliva ( Sjögren’s Syndrome , radiotherapy treatment ). REVERSIBLE XEROSTOMIA Reduction in salivary gland function . Types of Xerostomia

4. Causes of Xerostomia Saliva reduction can occur in different situations throughout our everyday lives: Diabetes and other systemic diseases Unbalanced diet People undergoing radiotherapy Tobacco and alcohol intake Stress, anxiety and/or depression Missing teeth Elderly Public speaking

5. Dry and irritated mouth Burning mouth Pasty mouth when waking Thick and stringy saliva Cracked lips and tongue Difficulty swallowing Changes in taste perception Higher caries incidence Halitosis Gum inflammation Clinical signs and symptoms of Xerostomia Cracked tongue

6. -Carry out proper oral hygiene using formulations containing Betaine , Xylitol , Allantoin , Aloe Vera and Sodium fluoride which help hydrate oral mucosa. *Especially avoid mouthwashes with alcohol -Adequate water intake on a regular basis - Wet lips regularly - Special dietary measures : Avoid dry, sticky, spicy, acidic, salty or extremely hot or cold foods Avoid products containing refined sugars Eat cured cheeses Eat vegetables and fruits Daily habits for curing dry mouth

7. Solutions for Xerostomia Products that MOISTURIZE the oral cavity Keep oral mucosa wet thanks to its formula containing: Betaine , Xylitol, Aloe Vera. Indicated in: People with no salivary production People with a reduction in saliva production Xeros DENTAID Toothpaste Xeros DENTAID Mouthwash Xeros DENTAID Moisturizer gel Most severe cases Daily oral hygiene Does not contain alcohol Alcohol free

8. Solutions for Xerostomia Products that STIMULATE natural saliva production Increase natural saliva secretion without harming enamel thanks to its formula containing: Malic acid, Xylitol and its Buffer System. Indicated in: People with reduced saliva production Convenient out-of-home packaging Xeros DENTAID Spray Alcohol free Xeros DENTAID Tablets Xeros DENTAID Chewing gum

9. MOISTURIZES STIMULATES Maximum moisturizing effect and care of dry mouth

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