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I think dry mouth does kill bacteria. Whenever I had swollen gums or it felt like skin was scraping off of the roof of my mouth and the side effect was dry mouth, I thought it was like this for a reason, so I didn't drink water until the dryness disappeared and the next day, the swelling and scraped gums disappeared. I think it's because the mouth has mucous membranes and they have to dry out in order for bacteria to be killed. Maybe dry mouth can stop herpes from settling on the mucous membranes.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoNo but it removes the harmful build yup created by it which erodes your enamel.
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What happens to bacteria when you dry them out?
It takes the moisture out of the food or air therefor killing most bacteria!
Will microwaving a wet sponge for 2 minutes kill all the bacteria and germs?
Microwaving a wet sponge for 2 minutes can help kill some bacteria and germs, but it may not eliminate all of them. It is more effective to regularly replace sponges or clean them by soaking in a bleach solution and allowing them to air dry.
Does drying a dish cloth on a radiator kill bacteria?
No it will onyl slow down there growth because as the temperature rises there activity slows down the best way to kill it would be to wash it and then tumbal dry it but make sure its on a high temperature for drying to kill them all off
How long do Bacteria and viruses survive on a dry surface?
Most viruses can remain airborne a very short time. Usually sunlight or dry air will inactive them.
Is it better to air dry or towel dry dishes?
It is better to air dry as a towel may have other bacteria on it wich could lead to contamination.
How does dry mouth contribute to tooth decay?
A dry mouth allows a lot of bacteria to grow in the mouth and on the teeth because there is no saliva to wash them away and help clean your teeth.
What is the most potent stimulus for thirst?
dry mouth
Why you should breath through nose only and not through mouth?
The reasons already given for why breathing through ones nose are well known and valid. There are completely separate reasons why it is unhealthy to breathe through the mouth. As everyone knows, there are lots of bacteria in the mouth. One of the functions of saliva is to wash away bacteria resulting in thier being swallowed. A dry mouth tends to result in increased tooth decay, periodontal disease, and gingivitis. Breathing though the mouth causes the saliva to evaporate causing "dry mouth" (there can be any of several other causes for the condition of dry mouth), which creates a more friendly environment for harmful bacteria to grow.
What happens to bacteria when you dry them out?
It takes the moisture out of the food or air therefor killing most bacteria!
Why does morphine give you a dry mouth?
why do morphine give me dry mouth
What is the cause why sometimes mouth was dry?
The condition "Dry Mouth" can be caused by several different factors. The most common of these factors is primarily dehydration. By drinking more hydrating liquids an individual can avoid "Dry Mouth." The secondary cause is occasionally a side effect to some medications.
What does anticholinergic refer to?
Blocking the action of the neurohormone acetylcholine. The most obvious effects include dry mouth and dry eyes.
Why do a dry mouth and dry tongue promote the development of bad breath or halitosis?
saliva main function is to wash the food debris and to help in the first step of breaking food in the mouth.. it also do an anti bacterial and antibody reactions against bacteria inside the mouth..so if there is no much saliva all these functions decreased causing growing of bacteria that lead to inflammation of the inside oral tissues witch is the main cause of bad breath .
What causes morning dry mouth?
One of the most common reasons is because you are breathing through your mouth while you sleep. This most often happens when you have a cold.
What makes a person sleep with mouth open?
The mucous membranes get dry when sleeping with the mouth open. A dry mouth permits bacteria on the teeth and gums to multiply, so the person can end up with more tooth decay. Also the throat can get sore, especially during winter when the furnace is operating. Dry heat that produces more dry mouth can affect the sinuses as well and can cause nasal congestion. Lastly, most people who sleep with the mouth open will drool some on the pillow rather than swallowing during sleep.
Does a person get dry mouth from smoking crack?
A person may get dry mouth from smoking crack. People also get dry mouth from smoking a lot of Marijuana.
How is dry mouth treated?
treatment of dry mouth involves the management of the condition causing it. If dry mouth is caused by medication, the medication should be changed. If dry mouth is caused by blockage of the salivary ducts, the cause of the blockage should be investigated
