Oral health and xerostomia are intertwined: good oral hygiene may improve the negative impact of dry mouth, while dry mouth may negatively impact oral health.
Dry mouth treatments are critical for people who wear complete dentures, as the effectiveness of the treatments significantly impacts the quality of life.
About 50% of people diagnosed with dry mouth (xerostomia) also have thyroid disease. This article explores the link between dry mouth and thyroid disease.
Medical supply distributors can make themselves attractive choices for medical institutions and doctors by selling the right products — including the SaliPen.
Smoking is a well-known risk factor for oral health issues, including dry mouth. This research examined the link between dry mouth and e-cigarette/ tobacco use.
Researchers investigated the prevalence of xerostomia (dry mouth) and dysgeusia (change in taste) in the elderly to assess their association with polypharmacy.
A recent study entitled, “Xerostomia in 75–85-year-olds: A longitudinal population study” investigated xerostomia in a group of 75-85 year-olds and concluded that dry mouth significantly increases with age. But are…
Xerostomia, the clinical term for dry mouth, is associated with a dysfunction of the salivary glands. There are several causes of xerostomia, including radiation, chemotherapy, various systemic and autoimmune diseases, and medication. Xerostomia significantly decreases the quality of life among those with it, which is why it has been the subject of many scientific and clinical studies over the past decade.
Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a fairly common phenomenon that affects about 20% of the population. To those who don’t suffer from it, dry mouth might not seem…
Approximately one-fifth of the global population suffers from dry mouth, clinically termed xerostomia. Dry mouth can be caused by different factors, including disease, cancer treatments, dehydration, and more. People who…
More than 1,800 medicines can cause the salivary glands to make less saliva.
Among the medication classes that may cause dry mouth are:
Psychotropic Agents
INDICATIONS AND USAGE.
SaliPen® is an electrical salivary stimulator system, indicated for use in patients with xerostomia (dry mouth).
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION.
SaliPen® is placed in the mouth and can be used for up to five (5) minutes every time and up to five (5) times a day.
CONTRAINDICATIONS.
You should not buy the SaliPen® device if any of the following condition is applicable for you.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS.
The following medical conditions need special precautions and require medical/specialist advice before using the device.
ADVERSE REACTIONS.
Adverse reactions are rare and include discomfort and mild pulsating sensation in the areas of the mouth that are in contact with the electrodes.
