Does your mouth seem uncomfortably dry? Or have you actually been diagnosed with dry mouth (as a side effect of certain types of medication or radiation therapy for cancer)?
Either way, here’s what you need to know about your condition:
- A dry mouth is not only uncomfortable, it’s a cavity-prone environment. Normal saliva flow is the body’s natural way of flushing plaque between brushings.
- Dry mouth can result from normal aging, some medications, or simply dehydration. All our patients should be drinking at least six to eight glasses of water daily. Simple and calorie-free!
- If you’re undergoing (or about to undergo) radiation therapy, you should realize this treatment can reduce saliva flow. It’s a good idea to make an appointment with us as well. There are lots of things we can do to help you maintain a moist, comfortable, cavity-free mouth during your treatment and after.
Dr. Andre Azarinfar, a graduate of the prestigious Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, has over 30 years of experience in dentistry, practicing in Sweden, the UK, Italy, and the U.S. He opened his private practice in California in 1999. Dr. Azarinfar is committed to ongoing education, completing over 100 hours of advanced dental training annually. He specializes in a wide range of areas including esthetic restorative and bioesthetic dentistry, complex full-mouth reconstruction, TMJ diagnosis, and holistic, mercury-free treatments. As a Level IV graduate of The OBI Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry, he focuses on providing functional and aesthetic solutions for patients with bite issues, facial pain, and TMJ disorders. Dr. Azarinfar also has post-graduate education in healthcare management from Harvard Business School and dental operations management, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care and practice management.
