5 Simple Ways to Relieve Dry Mouth

Alexandra Plante

5 Simple Ways to Relieve Dry Mouth   Nearly 1 in 4 adults suffer from dry mouth which is an aliment that is not only uncomfortable to deal with, but can also lead to serious dental issues. Not to worry, there are simple ways to relieve dry mouth: Limit items that inhibit your salivary production: alcohol, mouthwashes that contain alcohol, caffeine, sugar, smoking tobacco, over-the-counter decongestants and antihistamines are all items that will lower the amount […]

DIY Remedies for Dry Mouth: How to Treat Your Symptoms at Home

Alexandra Plante

How to Treat Your Symptoms at Home What is Dry Mouth? Dry mouth is a medical condition also known as Xerostomia. It causes a decrease in adequate saliva production in the mouth, which creates an uncomfortable, dry sensation and can make eating and swallowing difficult. Lack of saliva can lead to other symptoms such as mouth sores, bad breath, dry throat, and poor dental health. So, why are you experiencing dry mouth? Causes of Dry […]

Zinc Identified as Important to Prevent Dry Mouth

Alexandra Plante

Zinc Identified as Important to Prevent Dry Mouth Zinc is a mineral that is vital for many critical functions in our bodies. Its primary role is to ensure the proper functioning of our cells, both their growth and division. Additionally, too little zinc can affect one’s oral health, leading to gum disease, dry mouth, and loss of sensation in the tongue. What else does zinc do? Among its other roles, zinc also: Contributes to a […]

Dry Mouth Products: What one is the Best?

Alexandra Plante

Dry Mouth Products: What one is the Best?   There is no doubt that there are plenty of options to choose from when deciding one what product to buy for dry mouth symptoms. Most of these products claim to be your next “holy-grail”, but their promises fall short when the product stops working almost immediately after use. The market is filled with solutions like lozenges, toothpastes, mouth rinses, melting capsules, and mouth sprays. We get […]

Head and Neck Cancers

Alexandra Plante

Head and Neck Cancers Head and neck cancers constitutes about 4% of all cancers in the United States each year. It’s estimated that every year, around 65,000 people are diagnosed with these types of cancer. There are many forms of head and neck cancers, but they are usually diagnosed within patients over the age of 50. After a head and neck cancer diagnosis, targeted treatments are likely the next step in the process. Radiation therapy, possibly […]