Dry Mouth (also called Xerostomia) is a condition that many people are affected by. Dry mouth can have a number of causes some of which include medications, Sjogren's Syndrome, diabetes, stress, radiation therapy, nutritional deficiencies, excessive mouth breathing as well as aging.
Dry Mouth can lead to a number of issues which include an increase risk of tooth decay and gum disease, bad breath, difficulty tasting, chewing and swallowing and difficulty sleeping.
While there isn't always a cure for dry mouth, it is important to talk to your dentist so you can put together a plan to attempt to manage the dry mouth and help avoid dental issues.
Here are some dental products that you may find helpful in managing your dry mouth symptoms:
If Dry Mouth is caused by excessive nighttime mouth breathing, mouth taping with one of these products may help:
MyoTape (Kids or Adult versions)