How To Relieve Symptoms Of A Dry Mouth

The treatment for dry mouth may be as simple as frequently sipping water. However, if your problem is really bad, you may want to consult a health-care professional. This treatment will focus on finding out the cause and treating the problem as well as symptomatic relief. A professional will focus on preventing the tooth decay that dry mouth often causes. But there are things you can do to help yourself.

Artificial saliva - as odd as that sounds - can be purchased over the counter in the form of a spray, gel or mouth rinse. You can carry a small bottle of water around with you and keep one by your bed at night. Sucking - not chewing - on hard, sugarless candy or ice is also helpful. Sugar-free gum is another alternative to increase saliva.

Avoiding excessively salty foods such as chips, cookies and toast may be helpful, while minimizing your intake of drinks containing caffeine such as tea and coffee is another aid. This is because caffeine increases loss of fluid, a thing you need to avoid when you have a dry mouth. To help keep lips from drying out, use a lip salve and only use a toothbrush with very soft bristles.

By: Melanie

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