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2. Xerostomia - Wikipedia

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   Xerostomia is the subjective sensation of dry mouth, which is often (but not always) associated with hypofunction of the salivary glands. [3] The term is derived from the Greek words ξηρός (xeros) meaning "dry" and στόμα (stoma) meaning "mouth". [4] [5] A drug or substance that increases the rate of salivary flow is termed a sialogogue.

3. Artificial saliva - Wikipedia

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   Artificial saliva for dry mouth in a mouthwash form Artificial saliva or salivary substitutes refer to a synthetically produced liquid that mimics the natural secretion of saliva . It is designed as a symptomatic relief for xerostomia , a condition characterised by dryness in the mouth and is available over-the-counter .

4. These Dentist-Approved Mouthwashes Will Zap Bad Breath and ...

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   Simply put, antiseptic mouthwash helps kill bacteria in your mouth. If you have plaque buildup, red and swollen gums, or gum disease, antiseptic mouthwash can help prevent and reduce the bacteria ...

5. Biotene - Wikipedia

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   Biotène claims to relieve symptoms of dry mouth by providing moisture. Dry mouth can be caused by various factors affecting the salivary glands. [3] By keeping the mouth moisturized, Biotène helps prevent complications associated with prolonged dry mouth. For example, dry mouth impairs the antimicrobial properties of saliva, increasing the ...

6. Mouthwash - Wikipedia

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   Range of mouthwashes by Listerine. Mouthwash, mouth rinse, oral rinse, or mouth bath [1] is a liquid which is held in the mouth passively or swirled around the mouth by contraction of the perioral muscles and/or movement of the head, and may be gargled, where the head is tilted back and the liquid bubbled at the back of the mouth.

7. Bad breath - Wikipedia

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   Hippocratic medicine advocated a mouthwash of red wine and spices to cure bad breath. [36] Alcohol-containing mouthwashes are now thought to exacerbate bad breath as they dry the mouth, leading to increased microbial growth. The Hippocratic Corpus also describes a recipe based on marble powder for females with bad breath. [37]