Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is more than just a temporary nuisance. It can affect how you speak, taste, chew, and ...

Researchers assessed treatment patterns and health care resource use among patients with Sjögren disease before vs after diagnosis.

I just turned 63 – that I have more episodes of dry mouth. I’m told this isn’t unusual for older people. Why would that be?

Dry mouth, or xerostomia, occurs when there is not enough saliva (or "spit") to lubricate the tongue, gums, and inside of the cheeks. Saliva is critical for chewing, swallowing, digestion, protecting ...

The kitchen might be the best place for people to counter taste and smell loss. Using more herbs and spices, for example, can enhance flavor.

You may not realize it, but dry mouth can be caused by a variety of issues, including certain vitamin deficiencies. While common minerals like sodium and potassium are not linked to dryness, studies ...

Uncomfortably dry skin is common enough as the years pass. But you may also notice that the very same issue affects your mouth, eyes, and, for women, the vagina. Most of the time, it’s simply part of ...

GRAND JUNCTION Colo. (KREX)- GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are helping people lose significant amounts of weight. But experts warn… they are not a quick fix. Dr. Elizabeth Walton, dentist ...