What to Do About Dry Mouth

Dry Mouth Risk

  • Saliva, often overlooked, stands as the optimal remedy for maintaining good oral health.
  • A healthy mouth has a pH level of ~7.0. Lower saliva flow limits buffering capacity and lowers the pH of the mouth.
  • Your teeth need to maintain a neutral pH to avoid demineralizing and erosion.
  • Dry mouth puts you at a high risk for dental problems, including cavities.
  • Xylitol can help stimulate saliva, and starves cavity-causing bacteria.

Common Symptoms

  • Visual cues seen below
  • Difficulty chewing, speaking, or swallowing
  • Waking throughout the night needing water
  • Dry/sore throat and hoarseness
  • Changed sense of taste
  • Problems wearing dentures
  • Bad breath

Common Causes

  • Medications
  • Aging
  • Cancer Therapy
  • Autoimmune Conditions
  • Tobacco and Alcohol Use
  • Recreational Drug Use

Say Goodbye to Dry Mouth—Relief That Lasts All Day

Dry mouth is more prevalent today than ever before

The estimated prevalence of dry mouth has varied widely over the years, with some figures reaching as high as 62%. However, a recent systematic review of more than two dozen high-quality studies found that approximately 27.1% of adults in the Americas suffer from xerostomia or hyposalivation. Even at this conservative estimate, an average-sized general dental practice could have over 400 patients affected by dry mouth. While these individuals may not realize they are at increased risk for dental issues, you do.

Patented Allday® Mouth Moisturizers fight dry mouth differently than any other brand. Allday moisturizers:

  • contain 44% xylitol, much more than any other mouth moisturizer
  • A unique mucoadhesive hydrogel is combined with a high concentration of xylitol to replicate the function of natural saliva—providing instant moisture and soothing relief for dry mouth.
  • are made to a neutral pH of ~ 7.0, significantly higher than the most widely available brands
  • are alcohol-free, sugar-free and gluten-free

Prevention & Protection Treatment Options

Strengthen your teeth with prescription fluoride toothpaste formulated for dry mouth.

Improve your at-home cleaning.

Moisturize your mouth with products containing maximum levels of xylitol.

Consider systemic saliva stimulants for severe cases.