Dry Mouth Syndrome - Dallas Prosthodontist

If you often feel as if you don’t have any saliva to spare, you may have a condition called xerostomia (zeer-o-STO-me-uh) – the medical term for dry mouth. It is often associated with aging, but more than 400 current medications are now associated with dry mouth as well. When ignored, xerostomia can lead to severe tooth decay and gum disease. Fortunately, it can normally be managed successfully.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF DRY MOUTH SYNDROME?

If you have one or more of the following, you may have xerostomia:

Thick saliva
Irritation at the corner of the mouth
Cracked lips
Bad breath
Difficulty speaking or swallowing
Sore throat
An altered sense of taste
Increased plaque, tooth decay and gum disease

HOW CAN I BE TREATED FOR THIS CONDITION?

Often, just sipping water can aggravate your symptoms. A thorough evaluation of your medical condition will be made. Medications are commonly prescribed to stimulate salivary flow and things like sugar-free candies or gum can help. Depending on your condition, solutions such as fluoride trays and prescription toothpaste may also help.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF DRY MOUTH SYNDROME?

HOW CAN I BE TREATED FOR THIS CONDITION?

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