Definition of Xerostomia. Meaning of Xerostomia. Synonyms of Xerostomia

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- Xerostomia, also known as dry mouth, is a subjective complaint of dryness in the mouth, which may be ****ociated with a change in the composition of saliva...
- natural secretion of saliva. It is designed as a symptomatic relief for xerostomia, a condition characterised by dryness in the mouth and is available over-the-counter...
- mouth. People with burning mouth syndrome may also have a subjective xerostomia (dry mouth sensation where no cause can be found such as reduced salivary...
- triggers proximal causation). Sialogogues can be used in the treatment of xerostomia (the subjective feeling of having a dry mouth), to stimulate any functioning...
- dextranase, lysozyme, lactoperoxidase, and glucose oxidase. People with xerostomia (dry mouth) may use Biotène to reduce the recurrence of dental plaque...
- pathogenic and cause an infection. Xerostomia (dry mouth) is thought to account for about 5% of cases of AC. Xerostomia itself has many possible causes,...
- and gum infections. Further, a common side effect of stimulant drugs is xerostomia, which accelerates tooth decay. As of 2012[update], methamphetamine is...
- but it is a harmless condition. Predisposing factors include smoking, xerostomia (dry mouth), soft diet, poor oral hygiene and certain medications. Management...
- due to diphtheria in children and bulbar palsy in adults Bell's palsy Xerostomia/dry mouth – e.g. Sjogren's syndrome Pharyngeal dysphagia Lumen: Impacted...
- a range of oral health problems including dental erosion, caries and xerostomia. Reduced salivary flow rate, a common symptom of bulimia, predisposes...