Xerostomia
aka dry mouth
Etiology:
Salivary disfunction
Radiotherapy
Drugs (anticholinergics e.g. TCAs
Rx
regular non-acidic, non-sugary drinks
suck ice
sugarless lozenges
sugarless chewing gum
artificial saliva (Aquae, Biotin, Oralube)
regular dental checks
Etiology:
Salivary disfunction
Radiotherapy
Drugs (anticholinergics e.g. TCAs
Rx
regular non-acidic, non-sugary drinks
suck ice
sugarless lozenges
sugarless chewing gum
artificial saliva (Aquae, Biotin, Oralube)
regular dental checks