Helping Patients Manage Dry Mouth
Coach patients through dry mouth management with hydration, salivary stimulation, and targeted home-care products.
Dry Mouth Drives Caries
Reduced salivary flow dramatically increases caries risk. Helping patients manage dry mouth protects their dentition and improves comfort.
Practical Coaching
- Encourage frequent sips of water and sugar-free stimulation.
- Recommend alcohol-free products and moisturizing gels.
- Identify and address medication contributions with the medical provider.
Reinforcing at Recall
Revisit dry mouth management at every recall. The condition often changes with medications and health status, so the plan must evolve with it.
Practical Takeaway
Coach hydration and sugar-free stimulation, recommend alcohol-free moisturizing products, coordinate with medical providers on medications, and revisit the plan at every recall.
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