There are a number of factors which could cause Dry Mouth. A few of the most common are listed below:
Side effect of medication.
More than 400 medications can cause the salivary gland to product less saliva and therefore lead to Dry Mouth. Additionally, the more medications you take, the more likely you are to have Dry Mouth.
Disease.
Some diseases affect the salivary glands. Examples of diseases include: Sjogren’s Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, and Parkinson’s disease.
Radiation therapy.
The salivary glands can be damaged if exposed to radiation during cancer treatment.
Chemotherapy.
Drugs used to treat cancer can make the saliva thicker, causing the mouth to feel dry. Nerve damage. Injury to the head or neck can damage the nerves that tell the salivary glands to make saliva.
Biotene PBF Dry Mouth Mouthwash
Helps Dissolve Plaque-BioFilm*
BioFilm is the bacterial film on your teeth often described as
plaque. With a dry mouth, saliva’s natural ability to cleanse and
control BioFilm is reduced. Although brushing and flossing help
you disrupt and remove BioFilm, this may not be enough.
With 2 additional enzymes, Biotene PBF Mouthwash and regular
brushing can help dissolve, loosen and prevent excessive BioFilm
formation for a cleaner, fresher mouth.
Like Original Biotene Mouthwash, Biotene PBF Mouthwash also
contains the enzyme protein system to help maintain the oral
environment and help provide protection against dry mouth.
All-New Biotene PBF Features:
- Plaque BioFilm dissolving formula
- Alcohol-free
- Refreshes without burning
*when part of a normal oral hygiene program
Biotene PBF Toothpaste
Helps Dissolve Plaque-BioFilm*
BioFilm is the bacterial film on your teeth often described as
plaque. With a dry mouth, saliva’s natural ability to cleanse and
control BioFilm is reduced.With two additional enzymes, Biotene PBF Toothpastes’
patented technology helps dissolve the BioFilm which contain
debris and odor-causing bacteria. Like Original Biotene Toothpaste, Biotene PBF Toothpaste also
contains the enzyme-protein system to help maintain the oral
environment and help provide protection against dry mouth.
*with regular brushing
Biotene PBF Chewing Gum
Helps Clean Between Brushings
BioFilm is the bacterial film on your teeth often described as
plaque. With a dry mouth, saliva’s natural ability to cleanse and
control BioFilm is reduced.
With 2 additional enzymes, chewing Biotene PBF Gum helps
stimulate saliva flow and helps clean teeth between brushings.
All-New Biotene PBF Features:
- With Xylitol
- Patented enzymes dissolve plaque biofilm that can lead to tartar and gum disease
- Freshens breath up to 6 times longer
- Biotene’s LP3 salivary enzymes strengthen the natural antibacterial system in saliva
- Brings out the natural whiteness in teeth
- Removes excessive bacteria naturally
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