· Contributing factors…
| ~ Diabeties | ~ Stress | ~ Depression | ~ Mouth Breathing |
| ~ Chemotherapy | ~ Sjogrens | ~ Autoimmune | ~ Radiation Therapy |
| ~ Dialysis | ~ Parkinsons | ~ Thyroid dysfunction | ~ Lupas Disease |
| ~ Rheumatoid Arthritis | | | |
· Common Medications causing Xerostomia
| ~ Antidepressants | ~ Antihistamines | ~ Anticholinergics | ~ Antihypertensive |
| ~ Diuretics | ~ Antipsychotics | | |
· Signs of Dry Mouth
· Dry mouth is often recognised from a dry burning sensation together with soreness.
· Physical signs include dry cracked lips, halitosis (bad breath), mouth ulcers, a dry tough tongue, bleeding gums and dental cavities.
· A change in the normal quality and saliva flow will generally lead to deterioration in overall dental and oral health.
 | Contains three salivary enzymes- Lactoperoxidase, Lactoferrin and Lysozyme- that boosts and replenishes saliva's own defenses. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate free formula is extra gentle to dry tissues. |
 | Biotene Dry Mouth Gum will help stimulate saliva flow and give extra protection while away from home. When used daily, the salivary enzymes in biotene can help protect teeth between brushings. Contains glucose oxidase that reduces mouth sugars. |
 | Absorbs in to the soft tissues giving long lasting moisturising for comfort, lubrication and protection A new type of oral lubricant specially formulated to actually help promote healing as it moistens. Soothes and protects dry oral tissues from minor irritations, itching and burning sensations. |
 | Contains three enzymes found in saliva to help maintain oral hygiene. Specially formulated to actually moisturise as it cleans. Acts quickly to help neutralise mouth odours. Promotes gingival health without detergents, strong flavours and the stinging of alcohol. No Staining. |
 | A new lubricant containing the active enzymes contained in all Biotene products but with the added benefit of 5 moisturisers and 18 amino acids. Soothes and protects dry oral tissues from minor irritations, itching and burning sensations. Oralbalance moisturising liquid offers ease of application and portability |