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Oral Hygiene Improvements: Dry Mouth Prevention

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Have you ever suffered from a lack of saliva in your mouth? If so, what you had was also known as dry mouth. This condition is often caused by a side effect of medications you may be taking, so taking products such as painkillers, diuretics, antihistamines and decongestants can leave you with dry mouth.

Since diabetes plays such a significant role in the health of your smile, it is important to always make sure you take the necessary steps to protect your teeth and gums if you are suffering from diabetes. Nearly 10 percent of the population in the United States has diabetes, so it is much more common than you think. Numerous treatment methods and situations are prepared by our dentist to ensure you receive the necessary oral health care. Always make sure you are using effective products that can increase the amount of saliva in your mouth. Also, diabetes is known to lower saliva and can cause other complications such as gum disease and tooth decay as well as delayed recovery time if you should suffer from any oral ailments.

If you are in need of a professional oral health care cleaning from a dentist in Suwanee, Georgia, you are welcome to contact Dr. Neelima Chiru and Dr. Ramakumar Suryadevara. To schedule an appointment at our dentist office of Complete Dental of Suwanee, please call 678-377-6453.