Whenever possible, dry mouth should be treated with proper hydration. There are times when xerostomia as a side effect of medical treatment or a chronic disease cannot be treated directly, but associated symptoms can be alleviated so that the patient feels more comfortable. To do this, there are some products with specific formulas to keep the mouth moist.
In Laboratories KIN we have KIN Hidrat Oral Moisturizing Gel which forms a protective barrier inside the oral cavity, lubricating and refreshing the mucous membrane.
Both products are indicated for the elderly, women after menstruation, radiation therapy, chemotherapy patients, or people who experience dry mouth from taking any medication.
In addition to using oral moisturizing gels, other recommendations to combat dry mouth are:
Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Eat a sugar-free packet to stimulate saliva production.
Avoid caffeine.
Use a specific toothpaste for dry mouth, such as KIN Hidrat toothpaste.
Breathe through the nose.
Use environmental humidifiers at home and at work.
Dry mouth is a very uncomfortable problem that does not have to affect patients’ quality of life. Today there are multiple treatments to reduce symptoms in a simple and practical way. Find yours!
