dry mouth Archives – Therapy Insights

Papaya Enzyme for Dry Mouth and Oral Care

May 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout explores the current research and rationale for using papaya enzymes to help individuals with xerostomia, saliva management, and oral health.

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Sjogren’s Syndrome and Dysphagia

October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.

Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that causes dry mouth, which can lead to dysphagia with reduced saliva production. This handout explains more about this disorder and provides some swallowing strategies to consider.

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Xerostomia / Dry Mouth

December 26, 2021 by Megan Berg.

This handout describes the various causes of xerostomia and provides a list of treatment options, including using natural enzymes, adjusting medications, oral rinses and moisturizing products, use of humidifiers, and avoiding dehydrating foods/liquids.

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