Dry mouth

Dry mouth, or Xerostomia, is becoming increasingly common.  It can be a side-effect of some medication, or can be the result of medical conditions, for instance if you find yourself suddenly drinking more water than usual, this could be the result of diabetes, in which case you should see your doctor straight away.  

Symptoms can be relieved by sipping water regularly, chewing sugar-free gum or using glycerine mouthwashes or artificial saliva sprays.  Saliva plays a vital role in keeping your teeth and gums healthy, so if you do have a dry mouth problem it is important to let us know about it.