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  2. Xerostomia - Wikipedia

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    Xerostomia is the subjective sensation of dry mouth, which is often (but not always) associated with hypofunction of the salivary glands. [3] The term is derived from the Greek words ξηρός (xeros) meaning "dry" and στόμα (stoma) meaning "mouth". [4] [5] A drug or substance that increases the rate of salivary flow is termed a sialogogue.

  3. Glossitis - Wikipedia

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    Atrophic glossitis is a non-specific finding, [16] and has a great many causes, usually related to iron-deficiency anemia, pernicious anemia, B vitamin complex deficiencies, [16] unrecognized and untreated celiac disease (which often presents without gastrointestinal symptoms), [17] [18] [19] or other factors such as xerostomia (dry mouth).

  4. 7 signs your bad breath may signal a more serious ... - AOL

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    Dry mouth (also called xerostomia) can be caused by dehydration, says Hoss, which reduces saliva production. Drinking enough water is a key part of maintaining oral health and preventing bad breath.

  5. Salivary gland disease - Wikipedia

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    Salivary gland dysfunction affects the flow, amount, or quality of saliva produced. A reduced salivation is termed hyposalivation.Hyposalivation often results in a dry mouth condition called xerostomia, and this can cause tooth decay due to the loss of the protective properties of saliva.

  6. Oral candidiasis - Wikipedia

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    Oral candidiasis (Acute pseudomembranous candidiasis), which is also known as oral thrush, among other names, [1] is candidiasis that occurs in the mouth. That is, oral candidiasis is a mycosis (yeast/fungal infection) of Candida species on the mucous membranes of the mouth.

  7. The Weird Way Menopause Can Affect Your Teeth - AOL

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    Women going through menopause might experience things like dry mouth, gingivitis and gum disease, tooth sensitivity or pain, osteoporosis in the mouth, bleeding gums, and altered taste, says Chloe ...

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