{"id":25400,"date":"2020-08-17T09:00:20","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T13:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsgood.vitaminshoppe.com\/?p=25400"},"modified":"2020-09-08T10:26:14","modified_gmt":"2020-09-08T14:26:14","slug":"dry-mouth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/dry-mouth\/","title":{"rendered":"Possible Reasons Why You Have Dry Mouth\u2014And How To Deal With It"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">That parched feeling you get after a long workout or full night of sleep isn\u2019t exactly fun\u2014but it\u2019s totally normal. Luckily, a tall glass of water quickly soothes your sticky, dry mouth. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">If you feel like your mouth is <i>constantly<\/i> dry, though, that\u2019s another story. \u201cDry mouth\u201d is an actual health condition\u2014and, in addition to being uncomfortable, it can have some undesirable effects.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">\u201cIt is also one of the leading causes for cavities, bad breath, and other oral infections like candidiasis,\u201d says Dr. Heather Kunen, D.D.S., M.S., dentist and co-founder of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.beam-st.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Beam Street<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">But what\u2019s behind your cotton mouth\u2014and how can you moisten things up?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>What is dry mouth?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Also known as xerostomia, dry mouth is caused by a lack of saliva, which helps protect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/oral-care\/N-cp99n6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">oral and dental health<\/a> by keeping your mouth moist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">\u201cOur saliva contains nutrients and immune cells that help ward off invading pathogens,\u201d says Kunen. \u201cIt is of paramount importance to our oral health that proper salivary flow is maintained.\u201d<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Saliva is also an important player in our digestion, because it helps moisten and break down food, adds <\/span><span class=\"s4\">Dr. Nammy Patel, D.D.S, dentist, owner of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sfgreendentist.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Green Dentistry<\/span><\/a> in San Francisco, and author of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Age-Style-Youthful-Healthy-Living-ebook\/dp\/B07KBCMXJD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\"><i>Age with Style: Your Guide to a Youthful Smile &amp; Healthy Living<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>.\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Dry mouth \u201coccurs when salivary glands in your mouth don\u2019t produce enough saliva, causing a parched or dry feeling,\u201d says <\/span><span class=\"s4\">Patel.<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p6\"><span class=\"s1\">If your body does not produce enough saliva and you end up with dry mouth, you\u2019ll notice symptoms like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Dryness and stickiness in your mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Thick and stringy saliva<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Bad breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Difficulty chewing, speaking, and swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Dry or sore throat <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Hoarseness<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Dry or grooved tongue<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Excessive thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Cracked lips<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">A changed sense of taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li8\"><span class=\"s1\">Problems wearing dentures<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>What causes dry mouth?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A Sahara-like mouth can be caused by a whole slew of things, but perhaps the most common is medication. <\/span><span class=\"s1\">In fact, according to Patel, all of the following medications can contribute to dry mouth:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Anticholinergics:<\/b> These are medications used for allergies, Parkinson\u2019s, asthma, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Incontinence and overactive bladder meds<\/b>: Dry mouth is such a common side effect of these drugs that it\u2019s actually the number one reason folks stop taking them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Antihistamines:<\/b> Used for allergies and asthma, everything from Allegra to Zyrtec can leave you with a dry mouth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Parkinson\u2019s medications<\/b> <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Antidepressants: <\/b>A specific class of these drugs, called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), in particular, often cause dry mouth. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Stimulants:<\/b> Medications like Adderall used for ADHD cause dry mouth in up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rxlist.com\/adderall-xr-capsules-side-effects-drug-center.htm%23consumer\"><span class=\"s6\">35 percent<\/span><\/a> of people who take them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Opioids<\/b> <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Anxiety medications<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Diuretics: <\/b>These are typically used for the treatment of high blood pressure, edema of the legs, or heart failure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Antipsychotics<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Beta-blockers: <\/b>These drugs are used to treat high blood pressure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">In addition to various drugs, certain medical conditions\u2014such as diabetes, neurological conditions, and autoimmune conditions like Sjogren\u2019s Syndrome\u2014may all also cause dry mouth,\u201d says Kunen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Certain lifestyle factors can contribute, as well. \u201cDiets that are high in salt and sugar can lead to dry mouth,\u201d says Kunen. \u201cAlcohol and tobacco are also culprits.\u201d Super-dry foods\u2014like crackers, toast, cookies, dry breads, dry proteins, and dried fruit\u2014can make dry mouth worse, but perhaps the most common contributor of all? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/caffeine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Caffeine<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>How do you treat dry mouth?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s7\">I<\/span><span class=\"s1\">f you suspect you have dry mouth, schedule a visit with your dentist. \u201cXerostomia can be officially diagnosed by your dentist after clinical observation or by physical measurement of how much saliva is being produced over a given amount of time,\u201d Kunen explains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The first line of defense is always prioritizing hydration. (Kunen recommends sipping water as frequently as possible.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/8-fun-ways-to-drink-more-water-if-you-hate-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8 Fun Ways To Drink More Water If You Hate Water<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">You\u2019ll also want to see your dentist every three months in order to monitor the condition\u2019s potential impact on your oral health, Patel adds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">That said, if you suspect your medication may behind your parched mouth, talk to your doctor.\u00a0\u201cIf your doctor believes your dry mouth is caused by medication, they may recommend a change or adjustment,\u201d Kunen adds.<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p6\"><span class=\"s1\">Certain over-the-counter oral care products can also help, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li8\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Saliva substitutes: <\/b>These liquids\u2014which are designed to provide temporary relief from dry mouth\u2014typically contain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/search?search=xylitol\">xylitol<\/a>, carboxymethylcellulose, or hydroxyethyl cellulose, Patel says. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li8\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Mouthwashes:<\/b> Again, xylitol is a hero here. Just avoid any rinses that contain alcohol, which can be drying, Patel says. (Try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/p\/spry-mouthwash-mountain-mint-16-fl-oz\/xl-0038\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spry Mountain Mint Alcohol-Free Mouthwash<\/a>.)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>How To Keep Your Mouth Moist<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">In addition to visiting your dentist regularly, there are a number of other ways to keep your saliva flowing and your mouth happy and healthy. <\/span><span class=\"s1\">A few that Kunen and Patel recommend:<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Chew sugar-free gum or suck on sugar-free hard candies that contain xylitol. <\/b>This<b> <\/b>stimulates salivary glands to produce saliva,\u201d says Kunen. Just note that too much xylitol can upset your stomach, so keep an eye on how much you consume\u2014and how it makes you feel.<\/span><span class=\"s3\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<!-- Shortcode [rr-products] does not match the conditions -->\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Sip water regularly. <\/b>\u201cStaying hydrated is the best way to prevent dry mouth,\u201d Kunen says. In addition to limiting caffeine and alcohol, make sure to drink plenty of water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s11\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatright.org\/food\/nutrition\/healthy-eating\/how-much-water-do-you-need%23:~:text=For%2520women,%2520the%2520amount%2520of,foods%2520and%2520beverages,%2520including%2520water.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recent research<\/a><\/span><span class=\"s1\"> suggests women should drink at least 11.5 cups per day while men should consume at least 15.5 cups. That said, \u201cif you are in a hotter climate or tend to exercise more, you may need more water to stay hydrated and to keep your mouth properly hydrated,\u201d Kunan says. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Cut down on processed foods.<\/b> To avoid excess sodium, which can dry you out, stick to unprocessed foods as well as fruits and vegetables as often as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Adjust the way you breathe.<\/b> When you breathe through your nose, you add moisture to dry air with every inhale. This can prevent your mouth and throat from drying out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Use a humidifier. <\/b>To keep your mouth from drying out you sleep, add moisture to the air of your bedroom at night with a humidifier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><b><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><em>Diggin\u2019 What\u2019s Good? For more essential health facts, tips, and inspiration, joi<\/em><em>n our Facebook community,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/EatingHealthyVitaminShoppe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eating Healthy<\/a>, today!<\/em><\/span><\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>That parched feeling you get after a long workout or full night of sleep isn\u2019t exactly fun\u2014but it\u2019s totally normal. Luckily, a tall glass of water quickly soothes your sticky, dry mouth. 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