In this blog post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we are going to talk about dry mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually influence oral health.
Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially among older adults. But people of any age can experience the symptoms of dry mouth. They include a dry, red tongue, difficulty swallowing, and persistent sore throat.
Sometimes dry mouth is caused by a disease or infection, but a more frequent cause of dry mouth is prescription medications.
Decongestants, blood pressure medications, antidepressants, and painkillers are just some of the drugs that list ‘dry mouth’ as a common side effect. It is common for allergy-prone people to complain of dry mouth when they start taking antihistamines during the hay fever season.
Aside from being an uncomfortable nuisance, untreated dry mouth can cause tooth damage. Adequate saliva is required to keep the mouth lubricated, wash the food from teeth, and neutralize the acidic environment caused by plaque. Extensive dental caries can develop in the absence of saliva for dental patients with chronic dry mouth.
If you are unsure of the cause of your dry mouth, or if you are looking for dry mouth treatments, call The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Our services include family dentistry, and TMD treatment. Schedule an appointment today.
Contact The Sugar House Dentist – Theurer Family Dental:
801-618-0197
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1955 S 1300 E Ste L2
Salt Lake City, Utah
84105
