Dentists explain what dry mouth is and share the best over the counter treatments. Plus, learn why drinking too much water makes dry mouth worse.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Pretty much everyone has the experience of waking up in the middle of the night with a dry mouth. But ...

Dry mouth can make talking, eating, and even sleeping uncomfortable. Know what causes it, the symptoms to watch for, and simple natural ways to treat dry mouth and keep your mouth healthy. Dry mouth, ...

Waking up to a dry or sore throat every day isn’t just uncomfortable; it’s your body’s way of flagging that something is off.

If you use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you may breathe better at night. But you may also have dry mouth in the morning. Dry mouth is a ...

Cancer-treatment induced dry mouth can lead to several severe health issues. Here, Dr. Randy Kimple discusses how the side effect can lead to dental health issues, as well as other health consequences ...

Feeling persistently dry-mouthed despite adequate hydration? You might have Xerostomia, a common condition affecting millions, often mistaken for simple dehydration. This oral health issue reduces ...

Q: I'm 79 years old and in fairly good health. But I would like some information on dry mouth. Mine is very dry. Fortunately, it only happens when I wake up in the morning. Some mornings are worse ...

Having a dry mouth when you’re running can be a major nuisance. To find some relief, you may make a habit of popping a piece of gum into your mouth or carrying water on all your runs in order to keep ...