xerostomia

Effective Dry Mouth Remedies and Tips

Monday December 02, 2019
Oral Health and Hygiene

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is more than just an inconvenience. Some people with more severe cases of this condition may find it difficult to eat or speak. It …

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Why Spit Matters

Monday October 08, 2018
General Dentistry, Oral Health and Hygiene

You probably don’t spend a whole lot of time thinking about spit, or saliva. Unless, that is, you have experienced dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, or excessive saliva production. …

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Marijuana Use May Have Oral Health Implications

Wednesday February 14, 2018
General Dentistry, Oral Health and Hygiene

As laws across the nation continue to change in regards to medical and recreational use of marijuana, it’s important to consider all aspects of its use. “Cottonmouth,” the slang term …

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The Surprising Importance of Saliva

Tuesday December 12, 2017
General Dentistry, Oral Health and Hygiene

Spit is not something we think about often, if at all. Yet our mouths and even entire bodies rely on it to stay healthy. The production and function of saliva …

#decay, #dry mouth, #saliva, #spit, #xerostomia,