It is known as dry mouth, burning mouth. is characterized by decreased salivary flow and is caused by certain drugs, radiation therapy is applied to the head and neck area, or by certain autoimmune diseases.Saliva is essential for maintaining a healthy mouth, so that when the normal flow is reduced can be problems with chewing, swallowing, tasting the food or even talk.
Some of the most common symptoms of this disorder are:
Some of the most common symptoms of this disorder are:
• the saliva becomes frothy and viscous.
• burning and sore tongue
• dry mouth
• cracks in the corners of the mouth
• increased thirst
The treatment of burning mouth syndromeincludes
- The use of saliva substitutes temporarily moisturizing the mucosa, salivary stimulant but above all a careful oral hygiene.
- You need to keep an extremely clean mouth to reduce the risk of infections and cavities, although the use of some mouthwashes can also help moisten the mucous membranes and relieve the discomfort suffered by these people.
- Experts recommend that you use a toothbrush with soft bristles, together with fluoride toothpastes, and thread and mouthwashes.
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Evelyn
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