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Been waking up to dry mouth, and though i had oral thrush: i got it looked at and they told me it was ok. a tiny red dot has appeared on my tongue?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Xerostomia: or dry mouth should be evaluated by both your physician and dentist. Usually due to lack of saliva or mouth breathing.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 3/10/2019

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A member asked:

Been waking up to dry mouth, and though i had oral thrush: i got it looked at and they told me it was ok. a tiny red dot has appeared on my tongue?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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