Xerostomia, or Dry Mouth Is a Persistent Feeling That You Don’t Have Enough Saliva
Depending on how severe your condition has become, it may cause a variety of symptoms such as a sticky or dry mouth, or you may find it difficult to swallow food. Whatever your symptoms are, it’s important to know that you shouldn’t ignore dry mouth. If you have a feeling of mouth dryness, it means that something has caused a reduction of saliva. Saliva is essential for keeping your mouth lubricated and healthy. It cleanses your mouth, helps you swallow and talk, and aids digestion and taste.
THE CAUSES AND SYMPTOMS OF DRY MOUTH
Dry mouth is a common condition that affects 1 in 4 adults. It is most common in those
who take multiple medications but can also be caused by various diseases and
medical treatments.
Dry Mouth 101
Once the causes of dry mouth are understood,
those causes can be addressed. Get the facts and
learn why saliva is so important to your oral health
Medications & Dry Mouth
The #1 cause of dry mouth is medication –
whether it’s one specific kind, or a combination.
Find out how certain medications can
alter saliva production and cause dry mouth
Diseases & Dry Mouth
Learn about common medical conditions
and diseases that can cause dry mouth and how
Biotène helps provide soothing, long-lasting relief:
Symptoms Dry Mouth
Think you might have dry mouth? Learn about the common symptoms and how you can get relief with Biotène
THINK YOU HAVE DRY MOUTH?