Professional help for dry mouth
The special suppleness of the oral mucosa and its ability to store water and lubricate food is achieved primarily through naturally formed hyaluronic acid in the connective tissue. This natural substance promotes wound healing and inhibits inflammation
. Regular use of high-molecular hyaluronic acid preparations 3-5 times a day, especially mouth rinsing solutions containing hyaluronic acid (ApaCare OraLactin mouth rinsing solution) or sprays (GengiGel spray), can significantly improve this ability, especially in cases of dry mouth. The reduced amount of saliva is bound to the surface of the mucous membrane more effectively and sustainably.
Dental and oral care for dry mouth
Healthy teeth require a balanced mineral balance. After every meal, the formation of lactic acid by plaque bacteria (biofilm) leads to demineralisation of the tooth surface. Calcium and phosphate ions in particular are dissolved out. The buffer systems in saliva slow down this natural process. The minerals from the saliva are then incorporated back into the tooth surface (remineralisation). With sufficient saliva, demineralisation and remineralisation are in balance. Fluorides also require sufficient saliva in order to build up the protective calcium fluoride layer on the tooth surface, for example when brushing with a fluoridated toothpaste. Here too, the calcium comes from saliva. Without saliva, the protective function of the fluoride is considerably reduced. Especially in the case of dry mouth, it is therefore necessary to supply dental minerals such as calcium phosphate and hydroxyapatite with dental care products. The best way to do this is with a toothpaste that contains hydroxyapatite as well as fluoride (e.g. ApaCare Remineralising Toothpaste).