June 10, 2008

Dry Mouth As Bad Breath Factor

One of the factors that triggers halitosis or bad breath is dry mouth. Stress and nervousness triggers dry mouth. Medication or illness could be also a reason in having the condition. If left untreated dry mouth may lead into halitosis and worst is a gum disease.

A sticky dry feeling in the mouth is the indication of dry mouth and a burning and dry feeling in the mouth and tongue added. Mouth sores, cracked lips and rough tongue may also occur.

The saliva is every essential in our daily dental health it does not only make the mouth the mouth wet but also protects it from bacteria and tooth decay. Chewing and swallowing would not be possible without saliva. There are several reasons why dry mouth occur it could be a side effect of some medications, poor oral health hygiene or even illness.

Drinking a lot of water can prevent you in having a dry mouth, receding gums and other gum disease. Proper oral hygiene combined with regular visit to the dentist is an effective way in preventing halitosis and other forms of gum disease.

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