Dry Mouth Syndrome / Xerostomia
Xerostomia is often referred to as dry mouth syndrome and is a result of lack of saliva. Not only is this a cause of discomfort but may also be problematic because saliva helps to combat the acids and bacterium that comes through eating and drinking, leading to an increase in tooth decay.
Some of the symptoms that characterise Xerostomia include a dry mouth or lack of saliva, particularly when talking, swallowing or eating. It can also be a sign along with bad breath (Halitosis) if your saliva is sticky or stringy.
Xerostomia is a common, treatable condition which involves the testing of the quality of your saliva. Pending the results, a patient will be provided with a new oral care routine and if the condition is severe this may be supplemented with products such as Tooth Mousse/Dry Mouth Gel.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms described above, contact our friendly team.
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Grafton
(02) 6643 2225
Cnr Queen & Victoria Streets, Grafton, NSW 2460
Parking available on street side.
Wheelchair ramp access available.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays.
Coffs Harbour
(now Bupa Dental Coffs Harbour, with the same great team, same location, same great services
and accepting non-Bupa patients)
(02) 6651 1350
Suite 1 252 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450
Parking available on Barrie Street or at rear of building. Accessible parking and ramp access from carpark at rear of building.
Working Hours
Monday to Tuesday - 9:00am to 5:30pm
Wednesday to Thursday - 9:00am to 6:00pm
Fridays - 9:00am to 4:30pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays.
Macksville
(02) 6568 1335
1 Princess Street, Macksville, NSW 2447
Parking available on street side, all day parking available off Princess or MCKay Street. Accessible parking space and ramp available at rear of building (accessed through the lane way off river street).
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday - 8:30am to 5:30pm
Fridays - 9:00 to 1:30pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays