Dry Mouth 101

Occasionally, every person may experience dry mouth. This usually happens when a person is nervous, tense or under stress. But drying mouth could be pretty problematic if you’re experiencing it for longer durations or more often than usual.

Sticky, dry feeling of the mouth, frequent thirst, sores in the mouth or in the split skin at the corners of the mouth, cracked lips, dry and red tongue, difficulty in tasting, chewing and swallowing, hoarseness, dry nasal passages, sore throat and bad breath are some of the hints of dry mouth.

Saliva keeps the mouth wet. It helps digest food, protect teeth from decay, prevent infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth, and makes it possible for us to chew and swallow. Not having enough saliva can increase the risk of tooth decay and other infections in the mouth. Difficulty in chewing and swallowing may hinder the body from getting as much nourishment as it needs.

Some people think it is a normal part of aging. But it is not! Other people however may feel the symptoms of mouth that is dry even if their salivary glands are working properly. People with certain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease or those who have suffered a stroke may not feel the wetness in their mouths and think it is dry even though it’s not.

What to do if you think you are experiencing dry mouth? Sip water more often. Avoid drinks with caffeine (coffee, tea and soda). Caffeine dries the mouth. Sip water during meals. This will help make chewing and swallowing easier. You may chew sugarless gum or suck sugarless candy to stimulate saliva flow. Citrus, cinnamon or mint-flavored candies can do the trick! Don’t smoke tobacco or drink alcohol. They increase the risk to dry mouth. Be aware of spicy and salty foods that may cause pain when you have dry mouth and AVOID them.

Author: Jeff M Ray
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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