Deep Dive: The SaliPen as a Crucial Component of a Holistic Dry Mouth Treatment Plan
Dry mouth is a pervasive problem among the elderly, and recently has been affecting the younger population more as well.
This interview is giving me a dry mouth. A young man drinking water during an interview.
Five Reasons Young People Suffer From Xerostomia
Xerostomia, the clinical term for dry mouth, is often associated with the 65+ population, but young people can experience it as well.
Doctor checking glucose level in diabetic patient
Why Do Diabetes and Dry Mouth Often Go Together?
Mouth sores like oral lichen planus and oral lichenoid lesions may be indicative of severe cases of dry mouth. Researchers in Denmark set out to learn more.
Doctor examines senior man for sore throat
Research from Denmark: Do Mouth Sores Indicate the Presence and Severity of Xerostomia?
Mouth sores like oral lichen planus and oral lichenoid lesions may be indicative of severe cases of dry mouth. Researchers in Denmark set out to learn more.
Female Patient Opening Mouth
The Most Common Cause of Xerostomia in the Elderly — And Why Is It Important?
Xerostomia, the self-perception of dry mouth, affects about 20% of the general global population and at least 30% of the population aged 65+. According to a study entitled, "Common Precipitating Factors of Xerostomia in the Elderly," the most common cause of xerostomia in the elderly is medication, typically gastrointestinal, psychotropic, and antihypertensive drugs. But why is this important to know?
Are women more likely to suffer from Dry Mouth?
Dry mouth is more common in women than in men. At age 80, “often mouth dryness at night” was reported by 24% and 16% of women and men, respectively. With…
Oral health promotion programs help with Dry Mouth
Dry mouth and aging Dry mouth is common among elderly people and can negatively affect their oral health and nutritional status. Improving oral health This study aimed to identify the content of…
