What Is Xerostomia?
3. Symptoms
The most obvious symptom of a dry mouth is that the patient will feel that their mouth is dry, while it will also often feel sticky. The back of the patient’s throat can also feel dry and hoarse. A lack of saliva will also likely mean that bacteria can build up in their mouth, and this can lead to bad breath and an increased risk of infections.
The patient’s tongue can also become dry and red, and develop a burning sensation. Grooves can also develop on the patient’s tongue. Dentures may also not fit as well as they used to and talking and eating can become a lot more difficult. A dry mouth can also affect the patient’s ability to taste their food.
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