Learn about the causes of Dry Mouth & find a practitioner in Auckland, Hamilton, Bay of Plenty, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin to help you overcome Dry Mouth within New Zealand.
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is caused by a lack of saliva production, and can make the mouth more vulnerable to infection. It can occur as a side effect to some medications, treatments and infections. Nerve damage, dehydration and lifestyle choices such as smoking can also have an effect.
Causes of dry mouth
Other than breathing through the mouth, a decrease in saliva is due to
general causes and not because of oral problems however the condition
can lead to problems in the mouth such as tooth decay.
There are a number of causes of dry mouth including:
Symptoms of dry mouth
A lack of saliva production in the mouth can cause a number of symptoms such as:
If you suffer with persistent dry mouth then visit your GP. The doctor
will examine your mouth and question you about any other symptoms you
may be experiencing to rule out an underlying cause for the problem.
If necessary, your blood and saliva will be tested to help identify the cause. You may also require a visit to your dentist to check for any oral problems such as gum disease and tooth decay.