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Does Dry Mouth Cause Tooth Decay?
Dehydration, breathing through your mouth and certain medications can interfere with saliva production. Saliva protects teeth from acid and bacteria which can lead to plaque and enamel erosion.
Key takeaways
– Drink plenty of water
– Check with your GP if your medication is making your mouth feel dry
– See your dentist if bad breath is becoming an issue
A dry mouth can lead to dental problems so talk to your dentist or doctor if you think you suffer from this condition.
“Our teeth are meant to be constantly bathed in saliva for a reason!”
Full article here:
http://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-dry-mouth-lead-to-tooth-decay/
Posted by adwords on 23rd August 2017, under Practice Blog
Dr. Kishanie Wijesinghe Little BDSDr. Kishanie Little is passionate about delivering excellent dentistry and dental restorations that are life-like and indistinguishable from natural teeth. She believes that restorations (fillings/crowns/veneers) should look beautiful – and that they should last. Dr. Little keeps abreast of new developments in restorative dentistry through post-graduate training.
Dr. Little is also an experienced Facial Aesthetistician, including Botulinum toxins (such as Botox) and Dermafillers. She appreciates how simple and subtle changes to smooth and relax muscles can “freshen” a face, to look younger.
In her personal time, she loves to cook, read, run, practice yoga and pilates, play a bad game of tennis and am now learning to play golf. She loves Art and Theatre and support the Tate Modern. She also enjoys writing and has a book in the works.
