What are complications of dry mouth?
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Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Dry mouth can cause difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and speaking. It also can increase your chance of developing tooth decay and other infections in the mouth. Dry mouth can increase the risk of cavities in your teeth or mouth infection.Dry mouth can cause difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and speaking. It also can increase your chance of developing tooth decay and other infections in the mouth. Dry mouth can increase the risk of cavities in your teeth or mouth... More -
In addition to difficulty with eating and talking, dry mouth, or xerostomia, may cause dental problems. Saliva helps maintain a balance of bacteria in the mouth and is antibacterial. Without enough saliva, the bacteria and other organisms in the mouth can grow too quickly, causing cavities, infections, and mouth sores. Saliva also washes away acids and food particles left in the mouth after eating. Therefore, a lack of saliva can cause cavities and gum disease.You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural Standard information does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In addition to difficulty with eating and talking, dry mouth, or xerostomia, may cause dental problems. Saliva helps maintain a balance of bacteria in the mouth and is antibacterial. Without enough saliva, the bacteria and other organisms in the... More
