If you have ever had to deal with the symptoms of chronic dry mouth, then you will know all too well how distracting and uncomfortable this condition can be. Also referred to as xerostomia, dry mouth occurs when your salivary glands do not produce enough saliva. This can occur due to smoking, dehydration, cancer […]

“Dry mouth.” It seems harmless enough. Maybe you can see how it’d be a nuisance, but is it a medical problem or dental problem? Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is much more than an inconvenience or annoyance. It can accelerate the production of cavities and trigger or worsen periodontal disease. To protect yourself from […]