Dry Mouth CureXerostomia and Dry Mouth Cure
What we most commonly know as dry mouth is technically called Xerostomia and just like halitosis, to find a dry mouth cure, you must first find its source.Although it is a well known fact that dry mouth is caused by an abnormal saliva flow in the mouth, the origin of the problem differs from one person to the next. Here are the most common causes for dry mouth: - Mild dehydration Properties of SalivaSaliva has incredible beneficial properties and constitutes an essential body function. Aside from maintaining healthy teeth and gums, saliva gives us the ability to speak painlessly, it allows us to swallow food, and possesses enzymes which facilitate digestion. How Does Xerostomia Cause Bad Breath?Anaerobic bacteria, by definition can’t live in the presence of oxygen. Well saliva is oxygen rich, so not only does it constantly keep flushing away food debris but will also kill bacteria responsible for bad breath. People suffering from xerostomia will also be more prone to gum disease and cavities because Saliva also has a diluting affect on acidity levels in the mouth. Bellow are some of the symptoms associated with Xerostomia: - Constant dry mouth Medication
It is important to understand that xerostomia is, in most cases, a side effect caused by medication used to treat certain diseases and conditions. There are a wide variety of medication know to provoke dry mouth, ranging from anti-diarrheals to Parkinson’s disease. But the most common drugs that have been know to cause dry mouth are blood pressure and anti-depressant /anxiety drugs. If you are taking medication, read the notice for secondary effects or consult you doctor for any treatment modification. Here's a list of the different types of medication known to affect the salivary glands: - Diarrhea Causes of Dry Mouth Unrelated to MedicationWhile most cases of dry mouth is caused by the medication metioned above, some of the non-drug causes of xerostomia include: - Anxiety disorders and depression Dry Mouth Cure and TreatmentQuit SmokingAside from drying your mouth, tobacco will also cause “smoker’s breath”. If you suffer chronic bad breath, the result of both conditions can be extraordinarily unpleasant.Quit DrinkingYou must also quit drinking alcohol and/or using alcohol based mouth wash. Alcohol is notoriously known to provoke dry mouth and bad breath. For those who suffer from chronic halitosis, over the counter mouth wash like Listerine will actually make your condition worst!Keep Drinking
I mean mostly water by that. It’s very important to keep hydrated to maintain adequate saliva flow in your mouth. Always keep a bottle of water nearby.ChewThat’s what chewing does, whether it’s gum or food, it signals your brain to increase saliva flow in your mouth by stimulating your salivary glands.Try to chew sugarless
xylitol chewing gum
or suck on xylitol mints, you combine the benefits of chewing with a great natural anti bacterial agent. There are also lozenges and certain specialized mouth sprays that will activate the salivary glands and increase saliva in the mouth. These are the best dry mouth cures you’ll find in the market today. Oral IrrigatorUse this device to maintain proper oral health and deliver anti-bacterial agents deep bellow the gum line to eradicate cavity and gum disease causing bacteria.ToothpasteStay away from fluoride toothpaste, it can have serious consequences on your health through long term use. The better alternative is a salt/baking soda/hydrogen peroxide mix . Not only does this homemade toothpaste have extraordinary anti-cavity properties, but the salt and baking soda will have the benefit of putting the salivary glands into overdrive.See Your DoctorIf you are on medication, make sure you read the notice for secondary effect and visit your doctor for any necessary drug adjustments.Go from Dry Mouth Cure to Cures For Bad Breath Go back to Chronic Bad BreathHome page
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