Xerostomia: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Managing Dry Mouth

By Sarah M. Ginsberg, this comprehensive guide provides a thorough understanding of xerostomia for healthcare professionals, including physicians, dentists, nurses, speech-language pathologists, and otolaryngologists.

Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, only a small percentage of cases are referred to specialists for proper treatment. This book aims to bridge this gap by providing an interdisciplinary approach to managing xerostomia, featuring contributions from renowned experts in the field.

A Comprehensive and Evidence-Based Framework

This book covers a wide range of topics related to xerostomia, including:

• An otolaryngologist’s view of xerostomia, including causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment
• Patient perspectives of living with xerostomia, including quality of life measures and new research findings
• The effect of xerostomia on dental and oral health
• Voice disorders associated with xerostomia
• The impact of xerostomia on swallowing
• The science of saliva, including composition and production
• Pharmacological management of xerostomia

With its accompanying website featuring patient education resources, this book provides indispensable information for general practitioners, internists, dentists, nurses, otolaryngologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech-language pathology students, as well as any healthcare practitioners who encounter patients with xerostomia.

By adopting an interdisciplinary approach, this book aims to improve interprofessional coordination and enhance patient care. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or a patient living with xerostomia, this book is an essential resource for understanding and managing this complex condition.

Published by SLACK Incorporated on August 5, 2020, this book is available in English and features ISBN numbers 9781630914899 and 9781630914905.