 How is saliva important?
Saliva helps to clean the mouth and its anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties enable it to protect the oral cavity from microbes which attack the teeth. Thus a decrease or change in composition of saliva affects the oral defense system, leading to cavities and periodontal alterations. Furthermore, a lack of saliva makes it difficult to talk, swallow and even taste food properly.
Can I lack saliva and not be aware of it?
Dry mouth or xerostomia can be present in both people with a low salivary secretion and those whose salivary function is normal. However, a series of questions has been devised to aid in the diagnosis of xerostomia. An affirmative response to even just one question is indicative of dry mouth.
- Does your mouth feel dry when eating?
- Do you have difficulty swallowing food?
- Do you have to sip liquids in order to swallow dry food?
- Is the amount of saliva in your mouth too little most of the time?
Xerostom is available as a range of products to help you manage your dry mouth from in the bathroom to when you are out and about your daily business.
- Mouthwash
- Toothpaste
- Saliva Substitute Gel
- Oral Spray
- Pastilles
- Capsules
- Chewing Gum
Ingredients:
Betaine moisturises and soothes the oral tissues relieving the sensation of dryness in the mouth
Allantoin protects the soft tissues
Xylitol fights the bacteria which cause cavities (streptoccus mutans) as well as preventing bacterial plaque from adhering to the teeth.
Olive Oil has antiseptic qualities, its oily properties enable it to soothe and lubricate the oral tissues, preventing bad breath in addition to allowing the active ingredients in Xerostom to remain in the mouth for longer.
Fluoride (in Xerostom mouthwash and toothpaste) and Calcium (in Xerostom spray and saliva substitute gel) work against the demineralisation of the enamel caused by lack of saliva. The combination of calcium and fluoride has a maximum re-mineralising effect.
Vitamin E and B5 supply antioxidant and protective capacity.
|
 |
| Your Basket |
|
Your basket contains no items totalling £0.00
|
|
