Xerostomia Causes – Tips on Dealing with Dry Mouth Syndrome

by Symptom Advice on August 22, 2010

So above were the causes ofxerostomia and below are:

Tip #1: take proper care of oralhygiene through daily cleaning to reduce the risk of infection and entry ofharmful microorganisms that is facilitated by low saliva.

Tip #2: Chew food thoroughly soas to stimulate saliva production and facilitate digestion of food.

Tip #3: Avoid alcohol and snuffbecause they cause dry mouth.

Tip #4: Drink plenty of water ona daily basis to reduce dry mouth problems.

Tip #5: Chew sugarless chewinggum to stimulate secretion of saliva.

Tip #6: Do not go long withoutdrinking or eating anything because that is the time when saliva is reduced andmouth feels dry which causes discomfort.

Tip #7: some teas such aschamomile tea, mint tea, and Echinacea tea can help in dry mouth conditions, asthey naturally stimulate saliva production. If you are suffering from thisproblem, you should have these herbs in your home.

Tip #8: One of the most recommended home remedies for dry mouth is apple,as it is a good generator of saliva and also provides general oral healthcare.Eating an apple a day helps in keeping dry mouth away.

Least but not last, xerostomia or dry mouth is apoorly understood disease that can cause great inconvenience for people;therefore, understanding its causes and following few simple tips can helpreduce their potential and protect the mouth which is a true mirror of thehealth of the rest of our body.

Yes Tkumah, that’s why the old saying is always true, an apple a day keeps the doctor away.

interesting that this condition is prevalent considering people are told each day to drink plenty of water.

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