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What Causes Excess Saliva Secretion In The Left Side Of The Mouth?

for some yrs now I produce excess saliva in d left side of my mouth and it is causing me so much embarrassment cos I can't talk to people without spitting on them or talk without spit gathering at the corners of my mouth. please what can I do to stop it. I have seen a dentist and she said there's nothing wrong
Thu, 19 Nov 2015
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.

As per your complain excessive salivation can be felt due to two main causes:
1.Increased salivation.
2.Reduced swallowing..
In some cases salivation is actually increased while in other conditions reduced swallowing or clearance can be a cause..
Increased salivation can occur due to a number of causes like upper respiratory tract infection, Sinusitis, post nasal drip, Oral infe, Canker Sores, acid reflux, excessive starch intake etc..
Reduced swallowing can occur due to a number of causes like Parkinson, Myasthenia Gravis, facial nerve PALSY, throat pain due to swollen tonsils and throat infection..
I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation to rule out the cause excessive salivation can help in relieving..
As of now you can gargle with mouthwash especially when you are going around with people as it has drying effect in mouth..
Brushing teeth will also cause dryness and relieve discomfort..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora
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What Causes Excess Saliva Secretion In The Left Side Of The Mouth?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complain excessive salivation can be felt due to two main causes: 1.Increased salivation. 2.Reduced swallowing.. In some cases salivation is actually increased while in other conditions reduced swallowing or clearance can be a cause.. Increased salivation can occur due to a number of causes like upper respiratory tract infection, Sinusitis, post nasal drip, Oral infe, Canker Sores, acid reflux, excessive starch intake etc.. Reduced swallowing can occur due to a number of causes like Parkinson, Myasthenia Gravis, facial nerve PALSY, throat pain due to swollen tonsils and throat infection.. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation to rule out the cause excessive salivation can help in relieving.. As of now you can gargle with mouthwash especially when you are going around with people as it has drying effect in mouth.. Brushing teeth will also cause dryness and relieve discomfort.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora