What is the unsung hero that is an integral part of our dental health? What are the names we have for it that just don’t do it justice?

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#4 Dry Mouth and What to do About It
This week’s tip is about an unsung dental
hero. It is an integral part of our dental health
that doesn’t get enough credit. Even the
names we have for it: spit, slobber and drool
don’t do it justice.

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Don’t believe me? Think about the times you woke
up in the middle of the night in need of a drink of
water because your mouth felt like the Sahara Desert.
Now imagine if your mouth always felt that way. No
doubt about it, saliva definitely falls into the “don’t
know what you had until it’s gone” category.

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The medical term for dry mouth is
“xerostomia.” Xerostomia can be
caused by a side effect of a medical
condition or medication. Besides
feeling like you’ve been snacking on
cotton balls, having a dry mouth can
have long term negative effects to
your oral health, including a higher
risk of decay.

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Here are some great tips to help restore moisture
to your mouth:
1. Keep water with you at all times. Make it a habit
to sip water throughout the day.
2. Try an artificial wetting agent. These come as
drops or rinses and are formulated to keep your
mouth moist.

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3. Use a prescription
strength toothpaste. Talk
to your dentist about a
toothpaste with a higher
percentage of fluoride to
help protect your teeth.

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4. Increase your professional cleanings. Schedule
to see your hygienist every 3 to 4 months instead of
every 6 months.
5. Talk to your primary doctor to find out the cause
for your dry mouth.

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As always, the
Henslee Dental Team
professionals are here
for you!
Dr. Robert W. Henslee Dr. Jerame K. Hafen

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