According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dry mouth is a side effect of over 400 commonly used medications. This may seem like a minor issue, but did you know that dry mouth increases the risk for oral disease since saliva helps kill harmful bacteria and rebuild tooth enamel? As we grow older, it becomes even more important to pay special attention to our health – and oral health is no exception. After all, we only get one set of permanent teeth in our lives, so we should do everything we can to make them last! That is why your dentist is here with some simple tips to help maintain a healthy mouth well into your golden years.