1. Dry mouth is also called xeriotitis.
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2. Xerostomia is common in many adults and may make it hard to eat, swallow, taste, and speak.
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3. Dry mouth, xerostomia, happens when salivary glands fail to work properly as a result of various diseases or medical treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy to the head and neck area.
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4. Dry mouth is also a side effect of more than 400 commonly used medicines, including drugs for high blood pressure, antidepressants, and antihistamines.
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5. Dry, though uncomfortable, does not contribute to tooth decay and infection.
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6. Dry mouth is a normal part of aging.
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7. To relieve the dryness, drink extra water and avoid sugary snacks, beverages with caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol -- all of which increase dryness in the mouth.
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