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Six Serious Oral Health Issues Associated with Chronic Dry Mouth

Research published in the Australian Dental Journal suggests that approximately 1 in 5 people report some form of dry mouth, which is referred to medically as xerostomia. It refers to a condition in which the mouth is unable to produce a healthy flow of saliva. Despite the prevalence of the problem, not many people understand just how damaging it can be. Here are just six possible oral health complications associated with xerostomia.