While it may be tempting to pick up a soda or an energy drink when you are thirsty, doing so regularly can negatively affect your short-term and long-term health. Instead, the smarter and better thing for your body is to…
Tag: dry mouth
Solutions to dry mouth
Dry mouth is typically caused by not having sufficient saliva in the mouth. If you didn’t already know, saliva is incredibly important to overall oral health as it prevents bacteria formation, infections and sores. Here are some possible solutions to…
How seasonal allergies affect oral health
Spring is just around the corner with blooming flowers, sunshine, warmer weather – and allergies. According to CDC data, almost 20% of adults in the United States suffer from seasonal allergies that leave you coughing and sneezing and affect your…
How alcohol affects your oral health
The month of December is full of holiday parties and celebrations, and many of these gatherings involve the consumption of alcohol. Whether it’s wine with a meal or a fun Christmas cocktail, there is no shortage of booze during this…
Wisdom teeth 101
Every year, five million people have their wisdom teeth removed, according to Vox. It is a common surgery, especially among younger people. Most people will have issues with their wisdom teeth, and have them extracted between their late teenage years…
Causes and cures of dry mouth
Dry mouth is one of the most common oral health problems. It is caused by a lack of salvia or by not having sufficient salvia in the mouth. Salvia is incredibly important to overall oral health as it prevents bacteria…
How to prevent dry mouth at night
If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from dry mouth, you know that it can be both uncomfortable and frustrating. A symptom of other medical conditions, dry mouth could lead to tooth decay and gum disease…