Treatment For Dry Mouth At Night

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Treatment For Dry Mouth At Night

If you experience that your mouth is dry at night, it means it isn't producing enough saliva. There is a risk of bacterial growth (such as morning breath!), cavities, problems swallowing and even infection.

Dry mouth (xerostomia) seems an annoying thing that usually happens at night from time to time. But if it occurs regularly, it needs to be treated. If left untreated, it can affect various things, including speaking, eating and your general overall oral health.

Saliva is necessary for teeth and gum health, and enzymes in saliva help indigestion. If your mouth is dry all night without you even knowing it, then your oral health might be affected without you even knowing.

Causes of Dry Mouth at Night 

There are many explanations for having dry mouth during the night, including diabetes and allergies. Allergies can cause both a sore throat before bedtime and sleep apnea in the middle of the night. Cold symptoms or influenza may result in side effects like nasal congestion or diarrhea, persisting for weeks, even after returning to health.  

How To Treat Dry Mouth At Home?

Here are some tips you can do at home to cure or treat dry mouth at night:

  • Keep a glass of water near your bed to drink if you wake up at night and dry your mouth.
  • Alcohol-free mouthwash will provide relief from dried mouth while retaining the benefits of antibacterial action, so be sure to use this during a nighttime dry mouth "attack."
  • One way to keep your mouth moist when you sleep is a humidifier, which can be bought online.

  • Try to breathe through your nose, not your mouth, consciously.

  • Reduce your caffeine intake and, if necessary, stop your caffeine consumption. Reduced levels of evening saliva can make dry mouth worse.

  • Try Chewing Sugarless Gum or Suck Sugarless Candy.

  • Stop Usage of Tobacco. 

  • Try to Avoid over-the-counter Decongestants.

  •  Antihistamines cause your Mouth to Dry.

  • Drink water throughout the day and minimize consumption of salty foods, especially at night.

Medical Treatments For Dry Mouth at Night 

Nighttime dry mouth is an irritating and uncomfortable side effect of many common medications. The best way to relieve nighttime dry mouth is to have your doctor switch or adjust the dosage on prescriptions causing it. In some cases, medical treatments may also be necessary.

Your dentist may prescribe medications to stimulate saliva production or fluoride trays for nighttime use to prevent cavities.

You can also purchase the following over-the counter options online:

  • Toothpaste for Dry Mouth
  •  Mouthwash that is alcohol-free
  • Artificial Saliva
  • Saliva-stimulating Lozenges

A deviated septum is more likely to cause dry mouth. Surgeons can perform septoplasty if you have severe nasal obstruction. This surgery can help you breathe through your nose again and reduce most symptoms.

Home Remedies For Dry Mouth

These tips, along with the advice of your doctor may help alleviate dry mouth symptoms.

  • Water, sugar free dinks or sucking ice chips are best to use throughout the day. This will aid in chewing and moisten your mouth.
  • Use sugar-free gum or sugary hard candies. Products containing xylitol could also help prevent cavities. If consumed in large quantities, xylitol may cause diarrhea and gas in some individuals.
  • Consider using over-the counter saliva substitutes contain xylitol or that contain carboxy-methylcellulose or hydroxyethyl cellulose.
  • Breathe in your nose and not through your mouth. If your snoring causes you to breath through your mouth at night, you might need to seek medical treatment.
  • With a room humidifier, you can add moisture at night to the air.
  • Massage your lips to relieve dry and cracked skin.

Do not use following products because they can make your symptoms even worse;

  • Alcohol and caffeine - These products can cause irritation or dryness. Do not use mouthwash containing alcohol.
  • Tobacco - Do not smoke, chew, or chew tobacco. They can dry and irritate the mouth.
  • Over-the-counter antihistamines and decongestants can make your dry mouth worse.

  • Avoid sugary and acidic foods, candies, and beverages. These can lead to tooth decay. You should avoid spicy and salty food as they can induce irritation.

Saliva is essential to maintain healthy teeth and mouth. This will help you avoid dry mouth.

  • Brush your teeth with fluoride-free toothpaste. Ask your dentist if prescription fluoride-free toothpaste is available, or toothpaste containing herbal ingredients.
  • Use a Drymouthpro oral rinse or brush-on fluoride-free gel before bedtime.

For prevention of tooth decay, it is important to see your dentist at the very least twice per year.

FAQ's  

Q: Q: How can I stop my dry mouth from getting worse?

A: Get plenty of fluids throughout the day and try sugar-free options like candy or gum. Lemonade, sour candy, and pickles are all foods that stimulate saliva production.

Q: Can lemon help dry mouth?

A: Lemon is an acidic fruit that can be used to treat bad breath. If you suffer from dry mouth, it stimulates saliva production. Every morning, drink lemon juice with one teaspoon of honey.

Q: What can I do to naturally increase my saliva? 

Chewing and sucking stimulate saliva flow. You can try ice cubes, sugar-free ice pops, sugar-free hard candy, or sugarless gum containing xylitol.

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    Artificial Saliva Products Help you Produce More Saliva. 
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    Toothpaste and mouthwashes specially made for dry mouth.
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    List Element
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    Lip Balm
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