Causes
The most common cause of xerostomia
What is medications
These basic functions are affected due to xerostomia
Chewing, swallowing, speaking
How to relieve xerostomia (two)
What is stay hydrated, ice chips, sugar free pops, humidifier at night, sugar free gum or candy, topical products
A systemic condition that causes xerostomia (one)
What is Diabetes, Sjögren’s syndrome, Parkinson's disease
Xerostomia increase the risk of these oral conditions (one)
What is cavities and periodontal disease
Medications to limit
decongestants and antihistamines
3 lifestyle or physical factors that cause xerostomia
What is smoking, alcohol, caffeine, dehydration, mouth breathing, snoring
The role of saliva in the mouth
What is washes away food debris and bacteria and helps maintain a stable pH
Benefit of sugar free gum or candy
What is stimulates saliva production and reduces friction