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When you hear the term “dry mouth” do you think about something that could potentially have severe consequences for your oral health? Or, do you just think about what it’s like when you have a cold and you wake up with a mouth that feels stuffed with cotton? The good news is that it’s easy to notice that your mouth is in some serious need of moisture. The not-so-great news is that you might not know much about what to do from there. Fortunately, your Riverside dentist is ready to answer your questions.

Questions and Answers: Dry Mouth

Question: Why does dry mouth happen?

Answer: It can happen as the result of a variety of issues. Anything that causes your saliva flow to lessen or for your saliva to dry out is the primary cause. Your Riverside dentist explains, anything that causes prolonged mouth breathing (like snoring or congestion), certain medications, and even dehydration can contribute.

Question: How do I know if I need your help or if I can just take care of the problem by myself?

Answer: If you can quickly say to yourself, “I really haven’t been drinking enough water lately,” or, “I guess I need to do something about my chronic allergies and congestion,” then you can go ahead and see if your efforts make a difference. However, your Riverside dentist recommends you come in for a visit if you cannot quickly take care of the cause on your own.

Question: How can you help me?

Answer: We will have a thorough discussion with you about any medication you are taking, examine your mouth, ask about any symptoms you have been experiencing (for instance, maybe you are showing signs of snoring and sleep apnea), and then make suggestions based on the cause of your dry mouth.

Riverside Dental Group and Dental Associate Offices Serves a Community Near You!

Our dentists look forward to caring for you and every member of your family with a comprehensive selection of services. We will maintain and improve your oral health with a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, restorative, implant, and emergency dentistry techniques. We also specialize in endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics, serving patients from Riverside, Temecula, Moreno Valley, Corona, and all surrounding California communities. To schedule an appointment, contact one of the following locations nearest to you:

Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.

Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.

Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest in Riverside, CA at (951) 776-9001.

Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.

Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.

Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.