A dry mouth: Management
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Managing patients with signs of a dry mouth
Guidelines recommend a multidisciplinary approach towards the management of a dry mouth. Effective management is tailored to individual patient needs.
The role of the dental professional in managing a dry mouth
Management of a dry mouth should look to relieve dryness as well as prevent its associated oral health conditions.1
Management of a dry mouth: Multidisciplinary care
A multidisciplinary approach is recommended by guidelines for managing the signs of a dry mouth.1
Education | Systemic disease management | Oral health maintenance | Improving saliva flow | Palliative measures |
Raising patient awareness of the causes of a dry mouth and the preventive measures they can take |
Consultation with the patient’s healthcare providers around the management of systemic conditions and medications
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Frequent professional assessment of oral health and preventive measures as needed | Pharmacological treatment with salivary stimulants | Non-pharmacological measures, such as over-the-counter rinses, toothpastes or gels |
Biotène – helping your patients manage a dry mouth
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Impact on patient quality of life
Find out about the impact that a dry mouth has on patients’ daily lives.
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