Do you always feel like you need to drink a glass of water? Is your mouth always parched? A dry mouth condition can make it difficult for you to go through your daily activities, without being interrupted by the need for a drink – ASAP. That burning or sometimes sticky sensation in the mouth can only be alleviated with a drink, but sometimes this solution is only temporary, and you will be left with the same issue all over again.

Dealing with a dry mouth starts with determining what caused the problem in the first place. The reduction of saliva production inside the mouth can be triggered by several factors, such as:

• Medications that can dry out the mouth (such as those used to treat depression or high blood pressure)
• Nerve damage (an injury or accident can damage the nerves associated with saliva production)
• Radiation and chemotherapy – these treatments for cancer can cause the saliva to thicken, making the mouth feel dry
• Medical conditions – certain diseases or illnesses such as diabetes and Parkinson’s disease can cause dry mouth

What can you do to deal with a dry mouth? Regularly sipping on water can ease the parched feeling and helps lubricate the inside of your mouth. While sleeping, you might want to use a humidifier to prevent the surrounding becoming extremely dry. You can also chew on a sugar-free gum which stimulates improved saliva production, so your mouth gets the lubrication it needs to deal with a dry mouth problem.

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