Description

Saliva Orthana Dry Mouth Lozenges, 30 Lozenges

Saliva Orthana Dry Mouth Lozenges. A mild flavoured lozenge that helps to relieve the symptoms of Dry Mouth (Xerostomia). Suitable for mild cases or as a supplement to the 50ml A.S. Saliva Orthana Spray. Place the lozenge under the tongue and allow to dissolve, whilst moving around the mouth. Mild mint flavoured.

A.S Saliva Orthana lozenges is uniquely formulated from naturally occurring mucin which is an important component of human saliva. The unique properties of mucin assist accumulation at mucosal surfaces where it provides a physical protective barrier against desiccation, tooth decay, infection and also acts as an effective lubricant.

A.S Saliva Orthana is the only saliva substitute that is pH neutral. This is important as any increase in acidity can lead to additional soreness of the mouth and accelerate tooth decay.

Causes Of Dry Mouth

Dry Mouth is most commonly a side effect of prescribed medication or treatment for another complaint such as:

Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy to the head and neck
Sjögren’s syndrome
Rheumatoid arthritis
Stroke or Parkinson’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease
Nerve damage
Diabetes
HIV/AIDS
Anaemia

In these cases, saliva substitutes are most commonly used to provide patients with soothing relief. Less severe cases of dry mouth may also be caused by:

Breathing through the mouth
Anxiety
Smoking
Drinking alcohol

In these instances prevention is always better than cure; however, you can control dry mouth with the use of moisturising mint lozenges.

Symptoms

Dry Mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common and distressing problem affecting many people and nearly always associated with a more serious complaint.

Your mouth is kept lubricated and protected by saliva produced by the salivary glands. Dry Mouth should not be ignored, apart from making life miserable, it could lead to a rapid increase in dental decay and an increased risk of mouth infection.

People often feel reluctant to discuss the problem with their doctor, as they don’t wish to be a nuisance and many feel it is something they have to put up with.

Dry Mouth sufferers may experience one or a combination of the following symptoms:

Infections in the mouth, bleeding gums
Difficulty in speaking and swallowing
Mouth sores and ulcers
Bad breath
Cracked lips
Tooth decay
Frequent thirst
Burning, dry rough tongue
Reduction in the taste of flavours in food and drink
Dry throat and raw dry tongue