Don't ignore a DRY MOUTH!

It can Lead to:

• Ongoing bad breath
• Cavities
• Mouth Infections

What is Dry Mouth?

Dry Mouth occurs when the amount of saliva in your mouth becomes reduced.  Saliva, with its proteins and enzymes, is essential for keeping your mouth lubricated and healthy.  It can flush away bacteria, reduce bad breath, prevent infections and aid digestion.

How common is Dry Mouth?

You are not alone!  Dry Mouth is a very common condition that affects 1 out of every 4 adults.  Over 50 million Americans have this condition and most don't even know it.

Causes of Dry Mouth?

There are a number of conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and depression that associate with Dry Mouth, however, the number one leading cause are medications (both prescription/non-prescription).

How can you ease the symptoms?

• Keep your mouth moist
• Avoid foods the dry the mouth (e.g.crackers)
• Make foods easier to eat (e.g. add broth, sauce, gravy, butter, etc.)

When you have a Dry Mouth it is imperative that  you see your dental professional on a regular basis to avoid some of its more damaging effects.

Developing a daily routine with BIOTENE / AO Gel and/or other similar products is important when you have Dry Mouth Symptoms.