The “S” Factors That Suggest Dry Mouth
You might have already learned that dry mouth is a dangerous disorder for your smile when it’s chronic and is left untreated. When you don’t have enough lubrication in your mouth, your tissues become dry and bacteria are left to multiply and wreak havoc! This can lead to all sorts of negative consequences, from a greater chance that you’ll develop tooth decay to trouble tasting your food and more. Of course, while you may understand the impact that dry tissue can have, you might not have as much knowledge in regard to common symptoms that suggest it’s happening to you! Allow our Saxonburg, PA team to offer the common and less obvious “S” factors that will tip you off!
S Is For Sour Breath
When your mouth is not moist, as mentioned, you’re dealing with an increase in bacteria. You may do your best to combat this issue by brushing and flossing but without the flushing of saliva throughout the day, chances are good you will be fighting a losing battle. What you know about bacteria is that when they are plentiful in your mouth, the produce yucky odors. So, if you notice sour breath or a bad taste in your mouth, key into this symptom and give us a call. It could be related to an issue like dry mouth!
S Is For Stickiness
When you consider that you could have dry mouth, you may think of roughness or paper-like texture but the last thing you consider is stickiness. We remind you: If you are dealing with a lack of saliva, you aren’t going to have a completely dry mouth but you will certainly not enjoy the usual slippery, coated tissues you are used to. Instead, your mouth may feel sticky, tacky, and a little yucky. Keep this in mind and let us know if your mouth feels this way, so we can help and protect you from side effects.
S Is For Saliva Shortage!
We know, we have already mentioned that dry mouth is the result of a lack of saliva flow (or saliva that keeps drying up). However, it is worth mentioning that you may overlook this detail even though it is obvious. When you think to yourself that you don’t seem to be producing enough moisture to chew your food or you keep coughing or needing to wet your whistle, let this be your signal that it’s time for a dental checkup with our team!
See Our Team To Solve Dry Mouth
When dry mouth takes over and you’re hard pressed to find a means of solving the problem on your own at home, we recommend scheduling a visit with our team, so we may guide you toward a solution. Receive comprehensive, comfortable personalized dental care in Saxonburg, PA by contacting Saxonburg Dental Care today at (724) 352-4440.
