Dry mouth - Xerostomia

More than three in ten people in the United States suffer from some form of dry mouth including Xerostomia – dry mouth syndrome.  Many people suffer from dry mouth syndrome as they age and Xerostomia is particularly common among cancer patients being treated with chemotherapy.

Not only does Xerostomia make eating unpleasant – your tongue may stick, food doesn’t taste good and your digestion suffers, it can have a very negative effect on your dental health, so it is important that you get treatment right away if you suspect that you may have it.  It can make it harder to swallow, cause pain throughout your mouth and may result in dental decay and gum disease.

Dr. Jamie Sands and Dr. Jason Sands have a number of treatments to help provide relief for patients with dry mouth syndrome.  We often provide prescriptions for dry mouth toothpaste, special chewing gum that helps produce saliva, and saliva substitute solutions.

Please call us today if you think you may be suffering from Xerostomia.  We’ll help diagnose the problem and provide treatment alternatives to improve your quality of life.