Old age

Although it is generally considered that older people don’t naturally develop a dry mouth per sa, as many as 9 out of 10 over the age of 65-year olds will be affected by a dry mouth due to prescription drugs.

Drugs can have a debilitating effect on the condition of the mouth and natural teeth. The gums may recede and there is then a risk of root caries and episodes of generalised and localised sensitivity. The mouth may feel like it is burning or become sensitive to hot and cold.

Other causes of dry mouth in the elderly include infections, trauma to the mouth, hormone changes blocked nasal passages and even bad posture can cause mouth breathing which in turn dries out the mouth.

Dryness damages hard and soft tissues in the mouth, any changes and difficulties in eating, tasting, swallowing, talking or denture retention try using XyliMelts. They will help reduce all these symptoms in a simple and effective way.

XyliMelts are easy to apply, long lasting and 100% natural so they have no contraindications with any prescribed medications.