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.