Dry Mouth Remedies

Dry mouth results due to several factors. It may be caused due to side effect of medications used for treating epilepsy, acne, psychotic disorders, depression etc. It also results due to dehydration and nerve damage, salivary glands damage caused by chemotherapy. When we suffer from dry mouth it gives us lots of trouble. It interferes and creates trouble in swallowing and speaking. We often try to find remedies for this problem. Given below are some remedies for dry mouth.

Before trying any remedy for dry mouth we must first try to identify the reason that has caused this problem. If we find that dry mouth has been caused as a result of dehydration, drinking sufficient water and other fluids can help to prevent it. You may also include fruits and vegetables which have high water content. Dehydration often occurs during exercise so always keep a bottle of water with you.

If you are having difficulty in chewing and swallowing then include yogurt, butter, gravy, celery, sauce and broth in your meal. They will help you in swallowing your food easily. You can also opt for liquid and soft food like soups, noodle and stews. Eat spicy foods and cayenne pepper. These are capable of increasing production of saliva; hence will help to alleviate dry mouth problem.

Always carry a sugarless chew gum with yourself and chew it when you find your mouth dry. Chewing the gum will help you to increase the production of saliva and moist your mouth temporarily. Always keep your mouth and tongue clean. Mouth cleanliness will result in healthy gum and tooth which in turn will keep your mouth moist. For this you must brush after every meal and floss regularly. If you suffer from bad breathe then you should use a mouthwash also. You can use toothpastes that are meant to fight dry mouth.

Saliva substitutes can also be used. Use a humidifier at night. Humidifier will keep your bedroom moist and will help you to breathe properly and prevent dry mouth. If the cause of your dry mouth is anxiety and stress then breathing exercises will help you to eliminate dry mouth. Try to breathe through your nose; breathing through your mouth will make your mouth dry. Limit intake of tobacco, coffee and alcohol as these will aggravate dry mouth problem. If this problem persists then see a doctor and get it treated.