November 15, 2008
The careful oral hygiene helps prevent mouth sores.
Here are guidelines for the treatment of dry mouth.
* Clean the mouth and teeth at least four times per day.
* Clean with dental floss once a day.
* Use toothpaste with fluoride for teeth brushing.
* Applying fluoride gel once daily at bedtime, after cleaning the teeth.
* Rinse 4 to 6 times a day with a solution of salt and baking soda (mix 1 / 2 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon baking soda in 1 cup of warm water). Avoid foods and liquids with high sugar content. Drinking water to relieve dry mouth.
A dentist can provide the following treatments:
* Solutions to replace minerals in teeth.
* Mouthwashes to control the infection in the mouth.
* Substitute salivary or drugs to stimulate the salivary glands.
* Treatment with fluoride to prevent tooth decay.
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