Dry Mouth Treatment first involves finding the cause of dry mouth. Once found, a correct plan of treatment can be made.Until you find out the exact cause, you can reduce the symptoms many ways. These are:

                     Take small sips of water continually through out the day.
                     Suck on ice chips.
                     Sucking on sugarless candies helps your body produce saliva.
                     Purchase artificial saliva from the drug store or consider using biotene products.
                     Avoid mouthwashes containing alcohol ( alcohol dries the mouth )
                     Avoid sticky and dry foods.
                     Avoid tobacco and caffeinated products.
                     Use extra butter, gravy, and sauces to moisten food to aid in chewing and taste.
                     Brush your teeth more than three times a day with an antiplacque fluoride toothpaste. 

          If you have xerostomia and have recently had pneumonia, bronchitis or ear problems, you should seek the advice of a physician in addition to a dentist. If you are interested in dental dry mouth treatment and would like to consult with our Senior Atlanta Georgia Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, please call and make an appointment at 404-874-7428.