Dry mouth is one of those conditions you rarely think about until you begin to experience it yourself. Fortunately, the Edmonton dentists have found there are multiple ways to help their patients treat dry mouth symptoms which can be caused by a variety of things.
Dry Mouth Causes
Medication
Have you recently started taking a new medication? There are over 400 types of medications that can cause dry mouth. These can include average everyday type medications like allergy or cold pills. Some other medications include drugs for high blood pressure, mental health problems, and overactive bladder.
Sustained Injury
Have you recently injured your head or neck? Damaged nerves in the neck can affect the salivary glands and may cause less saliva to travel out your glands in your mouth.
Smoking
Smoking can cause many health issues, especially oral health issues. If you experience dry mouth and are a smoker, the tobacco may be the reason. That is right, cigarettes, cigars, or chewing tobacco can all contribute to dry mouth.
Dry Mouth Treatments
Visit Your Dentist
If you are experiencing dry mouth but are unsure about the exact reason, try visiting your Edmonton dentist. They can help narrow down the possibilities, and provide you with a treatment plan.
Practice Great Oral Health
If you are experiencing dry mouth, take extra care of your teeth. Saliva helps keep your teeth healthy, so the absent moisture can cause issues. Be sure to frequently drink water and try using alcohol-free antiseptic mouthwash as well.
Boost Your Saliva
A few ways you can help boost the saliva you produce is by sucking on sugar-free candy or munching on sugar-free chewing gum. Also, consider over-the-counter products to help relieve the symptoms or contact your Edmonton Dentist. They can help recommend a medicine that will be best for your situation.
