Posted 10/10/2022 5:25 PM (GMT 0)
Well, the dentist is the mouth expert! You can call and ask about a visit just for dry mouth issues. Tell them you don't want anything done to your teeth. Dunno if that will get you anywhere or not but you can ask. If you have other dry membranes (dry eyes, itchy ears, for example) it might be worth seeing a rheumatologist (they are the Drs who often diagnose and treat Sjogren's).
I also found these suggestions to help with dry mouth:
Don't smoke. Smoking can irritate and dry out your mouth.
Increase your fluid intake. Take sips of fluids, particularly water, throughout the day. Avoid drinking coffee or alcohol since they can worsen dry mouth symptoms. Also avoid acidic beverages such as colas and some sports drinks because the acid can harm the enamel of your teeth.
Stimulate saliva flow. Sugarless gum or citrus-flavored hard candies can boost saliva flow. Because Sjogren's syndrome increases your risk of dental cavities, limit sweets, especially between meals.
Try artificial saliva. Saliva replacement products often work better than plain water because they contain a lubricant that helps your mouth stay moist longer. These products come as a spray or lozenge.
Use nasal saline spray. A nasal saline spray can help moisturize and clear nasal passages so that you can breathe freely through your nose. A dry, stuffy nose can increase mouth breathing.