worth speaking with a dentist or healthcare professional.
Key Signs of Dry Mouth
Dry mouth occurs when there is not enough saliva in the mouth. Common symptoms include:
- A sticky or unusually dry feeling in the mouth.
- Difficulty chewing, swallowing, or speaking.
- A dry or sore throat.
- Frequent thirst, particularly at night.
- Bad breath.
- Cracked lips or sores at the corners of the mouth.
- A dry or rough-feeling tongue.
But why is dry mouth often much worse when you wake up? The answer may have more to do with what
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