Question 1

can dry mouth cause bumps on gums?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Xerostomia (dry mouth), makes the oral mucosa more vulnerable to frictional damage as the lubricating function of saliva is lost, and mucosal atrophy (thinning) which makes a breach of the epithelium more likely, causing bumps or ulcers.  Recommend biotene mouthwash twice daily after brushing.  Also oasis oral spray, which can be focused on gums.  See your dentist for more help!

Question 2

hello! so like 2 weeks ago i bit my lip multiple times when chewing gum and it left a pretty decent cut. now though, i have discovered tiny white bumps on my lower lip which is the general area and just today i have developed dry mouth that won't go?

Accepted Answer

: Dry mouth and the white bumps are likely unrelated. A wound in the mouth can have white surface, it will heal on its own. Drink enough water so that your urine is mostly colorless to ensure that you are not dehydrated.

Question 3

what disease would cause my gums to swell  and be light in color as well as joint pain and fatigue, mucosal swelling and dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Gums: This sounds like a rheumatological condition. Sjogren's syndrome is the most typical condition to affect oral mucosa. I'd see a physician for evaluation.

Question 4

question for dentists:what causes dry mouth all the way round the inner lips,like when you eat acidic citric fruit.had it for 2 months.gums a little sensitive.teeth ok. have tried chlorhexidine 0.04% for 14 days but not much difference.ideas?

Accepted Answer

: I’m not dentist,but there are many causes for dry mouth:MEDICATIONS, dehydration,Parkinson’s,diabetes,respiratory infection,
Sjogren’s Disease(autoimmune disease of salivary glands.)Your PCP can help.Important to replenish the moisture to avoid cavities&amp;bad breath.Use lozenges&amp;artificial saliva.Crest web explains: https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/dry-mouth/dry-mouth-causes-remedies-a

Question 5

what causes 4 pea sized bumps on back of tounge also dry mouth and lips. also have swollen lymph nodes very thirsty. mouth tastes horrible used listerine no help..thank you?

Accepted Answer

: You are dehydrated and the lesions on the back of your tongue are causing the swollen neck lymph nodes. You should hydrate well and see your doctor as soon as possible because to get appt with an ENT doctor right away may be difficult although preferred. I wonder if you have any underlying medical problem(s).

Question 6

i tend to find my gums bleeding. this mostly happens in the morning before and after brushing and after meals. i also find i wake up with a dry mouth and throat even though i drink quite a bit of water.  
what could the cause be?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your dentist: This would be a question for your dentist. He/she knows your teeth and gums from regular checkups and can advise on specific oral care regimens. They can also advise on the cause of the bleeding/ gum pain. Dry mouth can also be a side effect of medications, stress and mouth breathing at night.

Question 7

good morning dentists. could blood in saliva/phlegm be related to or from bleeding gums? is there any connection to dry mouth? other than brushing and waterpic, would you be able to offer suggestions as to cause of blood in saliva at night treatment?

Accepted Answer

Blood is a Warning: While there may be a number of causes for the blood I immediately suspect Gum disease. If you are not removing dental plaque from between your teeth with flossing, and brushing the exposed surfaces of the teeth and gums you are prone to getting inflamed gums.  They bleed easily.  Brush, Floss and rinse, and see your dentist immediately.

Question 8

i have dry mouth bumps on tongue and it's white my mouth burning sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Oral Thrush?: It could be a fungal infection (Candidiasis) or a host of other things. See your dentist to find out.

Question 9

about 5 weeks ago i started having slight dry mouth as time went on it gradually got worse. i tried chewing sugar free gum but it only helps so much?

Accepted Answer

Many possible causes: A dry mouth can be caused by a variety of medicines, anxiety, dehydration, etc. Radiation therapy can also be a cause. If it doesn't go away you should see a doctor. Without more information I'm afraid I can't be very helpful.

Question 10

have a quick question? i've recently have had dry mouth in the morning.  from this i have no pain but seems like there is tiny bumps on tip of tongue?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth; bumps: There are numerous causes of dry mouth: mouth breathing, medications, congestion, blocked nasal passages, etc. The bumps are probably normal anatomy, although they may be more prominent from the dry mouth. See your dentist and\or physician to discuss causes and for a one on one clinical evaluation just to be sure.

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Can dry mouth cause bumps on gums?

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Hello! so like 2 weeks ago i bit my lip multiple times when chewing gum and it left a pretty decent cut. now though, i have discovered tiny white bumps on my lower lip which is the general area and just today i have developed dry mouth that won't go?

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What disease would cause my gums to swell and be light in color as well as joint pain and fatigue, mucosal swelling and dry mouth?

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Question for dentists:what causes dry mouth all the way round the inner lips,like when you eat acidic citric fruit.had it for 2 months.gums a little sensitive.teeth ok. have tried chlorhexidine 0.04% for 14 days but not much difference.ideas?

A member asked:

What causes 4 pea sized bumps on back of tounge also dry mouth and lips. also have swollen lymph nodes very thirsty. mouth tastes horrible used listerine no help..thank you?

A member asked:

I tend to find my gums bleeding. this mostly happens in the morning before and after brushing and after meals. i also find i wake up with a dry mouth and throat even though i drink quite a bit of water. what could the cause be?

A member asked:

Good morning dentists. could blood in saliva/phlegm be related to or from bleeding gums? is there any connection to dry mouth? other than brushing and waterpic, would you be able to offer suggestions as to cause of blood in saliva at night treatment?

A member asked:

I have dry mouth bumps on tongue and it's white my mouth burning sometimes?

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About 5 weeks ago i started having slight dry mouth as time went on it gradually got worse. i tried chewing sugar free gum but it only helps so much?

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Have a quick question? i've recently have had dry mouth in the morning. from this i have no pain but seems like there is tiny bumps on tip of tongue?

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