Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, occurs when the mouth does not produce enough saliva. Dry Mouth Edmonton resources can help patients understand common causes, symptoms and the effects dry mouth may have on teeth and gums. Regular dental hygiene care and good oral care at home may help support oral health when experiencing dry mouth.
Dry mouth treatment in Edmonton at Yours Dental Hygiene focuses on two things: relieving the dryness and protecting your teeth from its effects.
Over 400 medications reduce saliva, including common ones for blood pressure, depression, anxiety, allergies, pain and bladder control. Other causes include mouth breathing, snoring, dehydration, caffeine and alcohol, smoking and vaping, diabetes, autoimmune conditions such as Sjögren syndrome, and radiation to the head and neck.
Never stop a medication because of dry mouth without talking to your prescriber. Often a dose adjustment or alternative is possible.
Dry mouth cavities have a pattern: they form at the gumline and on root surfaces, often on several teeth at once, and they progress quickly. Gums become red and sore, the tongue can feel burning or cracked, dentures rub, and breath deteriorates.
If you have had several new cavities in a short time, dry mouth is often the reason.
With reduced saliva, prevention has to work harder. We recommend:
Day-to-day relief comes from:
Dry mouth is worth a hygiene visit when:
Yours Dental Hygiene in southeast Edmonton provides fluoride, frequent cleanings and product guidance for dry mouth, with evening and weekend appointments and direct billing.
