10 Dry Mouth Symptoms
Article Sources
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Problems Wearing Dentures
For denture wearers, saliva helps bond the dentures to the gums. It also acts as a lubricant between the denture and the gums and prevents any irritation that may be caused by the dentures rubbing against the gums.
A dry mouth without saliva can cause dentures to become loose. It can also cause irritation and possible infections since the saliva is not there to wash away any bacteria that may be present.
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