Dry Mouth - Xerostomia

Saliva and Dry Mouth

Why is Saliva so Important

Saliva does more than keep the mouth wet.

• It helps digest food.
• It protects teeth from decay.
• It prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth.
• It makes it possible for you to chew and swallow.

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Without enough saliva you can develop tooth decay or other infections in the mouth. You also might not get the nutrients you need if you cannot chew and swallow certain foods.

Xerostomia is the medical term for a dry mouth due to a lack of saliva.

Xerostomia is sometimes colloquially called pasties or cottonmouth, the latter especially when occurring as a side effect, primarily after smoking marijuana or during a hangover.

Xerostomia can cause difficulty in speech and eating. It also leads to halitosis and a dramatic rise in the number of cavities, as the protective effect of saliva is no longer present, and can make the mucosa of the mouth more vulnerable to infection.

Saliva and Drymouth

Causes of Drymouth

Signs and Symptoms

Treatment for Dry Mouth

Healthy Mouth

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