Download - Dry mouth Poughkeepsie Dentist
Dr. James Willoughby
Does your mouth feel like the Sahara Desert?
Does your mouth feel like it is as dry as a desert?
• Over 25 million Americans suffer from dry mouth.
Problems associated with dry mouth
• Difficulty chewing and swallowing• Increase in dental decay• Gum disease• Bad breath
What Causes Bad Breath?
• Medications, both prescription and over-the-counter
• Mouth breathing• Dehydrations• Decreased salivary due to aging• Excessive alcohol consumption• Smoking
How can I reduce the damage caused by dry mouth?
• Chew gum that contain Xylitol• Drink plenty of water• Breath through your nose, not your mouth• Brush and rinse often with fluoride toothpaste and
rinse• Floss Daily• Use a vaporizer to add moisture to the air in your
house.• Have regular dental exams.