Dry Mouth
It is caused by inadequate salivary flow. This condition can have unpleasant consequences, namely difficulty swallowing, problems speaking and chewing dry foods. If the mouth has been dry for longer periods, the risk of caries developing or progressing increases.
Causes:
i.a. Lack of fluids, breathing through the mouth (e.g. when snoring), stress, alcohol, medication, diseases e.g. Diabetes mellitus.
i.a. Lack of fluids, breathing through the mouth (e.g. when snoring), stress, alcohol, medication, diseases e.g. Diabetes mellitus.
What to do?
Adequate water supply and frequent mouth rinsing with water, pay attention to good dental / oral hygiene, no mouth rinsing containing alcohol. Possibly. Depending on the cause, the doctor will suggest further measures and therapies.
When to seek a doctor?
If the dry mouth persists or occurs frequently or if there are additional symptoms such as bad breath, changes in taste, etc. or if the dry mouth occurs when you take a new medication.
