http://www.stpetelasercosmeticdentist.com Dr. Cindy N. Brayer (Laser & Cosmetic Dentist St Petersburg, FL 33710) believes there has never been a better time to upgrade your smile. There are solutions for every kind of dental problem. Contact us for a consultation or find answers to your dental questions on our website at: http://www.stpetelasercosmeticdentist.com Dr. Cindy N. Brayer, DMD, PA 3388 49th Street N St. Petersburg, FL 33710 Phone: (727) 323-0377 We Offer A Variety Of Dental Services Including But Not Limited To: Cosmetic Dentist :: Dental Crowns :: Porcelain Crowns :: Dental Health :: Dental Implants :: Family Dentist :: General Dentist :: Porcelain Veneers :: Restorative Dentist :: Smile Makeover :: Teeth Whitening :: Bonding :: White Filling :: Periodontal Disease :: Gum Disease :: Prevention :: TMJ Pain Relief :: Bite Adjustments :: Laser Assisted Gum Treatment :: Stabilization of Cracked Teeth We Serve The Following Areas And Zip Codes: Areas: St Petersburg FL, Bay Pines FL, Belleair Beach FL, Clearwater FL, Indian Rocks Beach FL, Gandy FL, Largo FL, Pinellas Park FL, Seminole FL Zip Codes: 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33706, 33707, 33708, 33709, 33710, 33711, 33712, 33713, 33714, 33715, 33716, 33744, 33786, 33756, 33764, 33760, 33762, 33785, 33716, 33770, 33771, 33774, 33778, 33773, 33777, 33782, 33781, 33776, 33772

1. St Petersburg Dentist Talks
Oral Hygiene/ Dry Mouth
101

2. St Petersburg Dentist Talks Oral Hygiene/
Dry Mouth 101
§ Everyday, the human mouth produces three pints of saliva
that are used for a number of reasons. It is the saliva that
prevents tooth decay and cleans plaque and excess food from
the teeth. Apart from neutralizing acids inside the mouth,
saliva also amplifies one’s sense of taste and it makes
swallowing food easier.
§ One of the common mouth complications is the dry mouth or
xerostomia. Some people think that having a dry mouth is just
a very common problem. However, an extreme case of dry
mouth can already be a symptom of a more serious bodily
complication. This condition is caused by the lack of saliva in
the mouth due to aging as well as side effects of medication
intake. Drugs that are likely to cause dry mouth are anxiety
and stress medications and muscle relaxants.

3. St Petersburg Dentist Talks Oral Hygiene/
Dry Mouth 101
Ignoring a dry mouth can greatly affect one’s dental health and enjoyment of food. A person
will know that he has a dry mouth through the following symptoms:
1. Sensation of dryness in the mouth
2. Split or sore skin at the corners of the mouth
3. Bad breath
4. Stringy or thick saliva
5. Sore throat
6. Gum diseases, tooth decay, and plaque
7. Cracked lips
8. Disrupted sense of taste
9. Hard time swallowing and speaking

4. St Petersburg Dentist Talks Oral Hygiene/
Dry Mouth 101
§ Aside from being a side effect of medication intake, a dry mouth can
also be due to nerve damage, wherein a person’s neck and head
incur nerve damages from surgery or injury; tobacco chewing and
smoking; as well as breathing and snoring with mouth open.
Xerostomia is also an indication that a person has other health
complications like diabetes, Alzheimer’s, or depression.
Tests, diagnosis, and treatments
§ If an individual is believed to have a dry mouth condition, it is
highly recommended to immediately consult a doctor to confirm a
diagnosis. The doctor will then review the patient’s medical records
and conduct mouth examinations. Identifying the cause of dry
mouth is done by means of imaging scans and blood tests.

5. St Petersburg Dentist Talks Oral Hygiene/
Dry Mouth 101
§ Moreover, treatment for dry mouth varies according to the
specified cause of the doctor. If medication intake is the
cause, then the doctor will most likely recommend another
medication or adjust the dosage intake. In most cases, good
oral hygiene is the best treatment for this type of condition.
§ In some cases when the main cause of the condition cannot
be determined or named by a doctor, there are a number of
ways to alleviate dry mouth. A person diagnosed to have a dry
mouth can try sucking and chewing on sugar-free candies or
gums in order to improve saliva flow. It is also recommended
not to eat or drink sugary goodies for these can result to tooth
decay.

6. St Petersburg Dentist Talks Oral Hygiene/
Dry Mouth 101
Other ways to treat a dry mouth condition include:
1. Using a room humidifier to add moisture in the air during
night time.
2. Regular water intake.
3. Breathing through the nose and not through the mouth.
4. Visit the dentist regularly
5. Brush teeth regularly with fluoride toothpaste

7. We’d Love to Help You Create Your
Beautiful Smile!
Dr. Cindy N. Brayer (Laser & Cosmetic Dentist St Petersburg, FL 33710) believes there has
never been a better time to upgrade your smile. There are solutions for every kind of dental
problem. Contact us for a consultation or find answers to your dental questions on our
website at: http://Creating-Smiles.com or http://www.stpetelasercosmeticdentist.com.
Dr. Cindy N. Brayer, DMD, PA
3388 49th Street N
St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Phone: (727) 323-0377
We Offer A Variety Of Dental Services Including But Not Limited To:
Cosmetic Dentistry :: Dental Crowns :: Porcelain Crowns :: Dental Health :: Dental Implants :: Family Dentistry :: General
Dentistry :: Porcelain Veneers :: Restorative Dentistry :: Smile Makeover :: Teeth Whitening :: Bonding :: White Filling ::
Periodontal Disease :: Gum Disease :: Prevention :: TMJ Pain Relief :: Bite Adjustments :: Laser Assisted Gum Treatment ::
Stabilization of Cracked Teeth
We Serve The Following Areas And Zip Codes:
Areas: St Petersburg FL, Bay Pines FL, Belleair Beach FL, Clearwater FL, Indian Rocks Beach FL, Gandy FL, Largo FL,
Pinellas Park FL, Seminole FL
Zip Codes: 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33706, 33707, 33708, 33709, 33710, 33711, 33712, 33713, 33714,
33715, 33716, 33744, 33786, 33756, 33764, 33760, 33762, 33785, 33716, 33770, 33771, 33774, 33778, 33773, 33777,
33782, 33781, 33776, 33772