DROOL IS COOL!

First of all, I had to try to get your attention with the title. Most of you probably wouldn't have read this if it said "The Benefits of Your Saliva". (then again, maybe you would have). Anyways, those who have been with me long enough know that at every visit during your oral cancer exam, one of the areas we look at is if you have a dry mouth. If you do have XEROSTOMIA (dry mouth), your chance of losing your teeth increases tremendously.  In fact, saliva rinses away bacteria and their by products which in turn decreases your likelyhood   for CAVITIES andGUM DISEASE. (the two main causes of tooth loss)

Acid is the main enemy of our teeth. Soda pop in particular because of the sugar and carbonation which speed up the breakdown of our teeth and gums. So, the more drool, the healthier your teeth could be. Therefore, drool is cool! Brushing, flossing, and drooling: 3 ways to better oral (and overall) health.

Keep smiling (and drooling)

Brian Amison, DDS