Dry Mouth – Not Just a Nuisance | Valley Ranch Dentist
May 15th, 2023 by IdentityAdminNormal flow of saliva provides lubrication for swallowing and begins the process of digestion while you chew. Saliva also protects your teeth by neutralizing and washing away acids, sugars, and other particles left behind after eating. From time to time, we all experience some amount of dry mouth. Hot weather, exercise, and dehydration can all cause a temporary decrease in saliva production. However, if you have chronic dry mouth, or xerostomia, you could be at risk of serious oral health complications. Some of the oral health issues commonly associated with dry mouth include: The most common cause of chronic dry