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.
Dry mouth is a pervasive problem among the elderly, and recently has been affecting the younger population more as well.
Xerostomia, the clinical term for dry mouth, is often associated with the 65+ population, but young people can experience it as well.
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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.
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?
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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.