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google mapIf your mouth frequently feels like a desert, Rod Eccles, DDS can help you get relief from your dry mouth in Plainfield. Everyone’s mouth feels dry sometimes, but if it has become a chronic problem for you, our friendly team can help:
You don’t have to live with a tongue that feels like sandpaper any longer. Call 317-682-0884 today to start feeling like your mouth is normal and healthy again.
If your mouth is not producing enough saliva, you may be experiencing one or more dry mouth symptoms such as trouble swallowing or bad breath. Other common symptoms include cracked lips, reduced sense of taste, and chronic bad breath. If left untreated, dryness can lead to other oral health and medical issues. Saliva keeps your mouth moist, but it also:
At our general dentist office, we will first narrow down possible sources of your problem. Many potential causes can contribute to this issue, including:
Dr. Eccles can recommend specialty products and at-home remedies that can help you get relief from your condition. He understands that every case is unique. He wants to work with you to create a custom solution for you. He may recommend:
To treat dry mouth in Plainfield, call 317-682-0884 or schedule online to make your appointment with Dr. Eccles and our team.
Dry mouth is something that we see a lot in patients, especially those on certain medicines. The medicines cause your mouth to get dry, and therefore, the spit does not create a buffer and you get decay. And so the increase of decay or cavities will occur on the root surfaces. So we help that with treatments that we can give you here or to take home and those will help you to avoid those cavities on those root surfaces.
Dr Eccles office was closed for the holiday BUT he quickly returned a call regarding our emergency need related to a broken tooth. He met us at his office and quickly diagnosed and resolved the issue. Dr Eccles and his staff are simply outstanding and we would highly recommend him for dental needs.
Dr. Eccles is wonderful dentist and compassionate about his patients. His service along with his staff are 5 star. I recently had a emergency visit and within an hour I was successfully treated and released.
Dr Eccles is a fantastic dentist. He does great work, and doesn’t try do work that doesn’t need to be done. He actually cares about my needle phobia, and uses a special tool on me that makes it way less painful. His office manager, Linda, is stellar, and his other staff have all been super nice and compassionate. I have had many dentists over the years, and Dr Eccles is one of the best. I also like how they have handled still being able to see patients during covid; they are cautious, but in the nicest way possible. I hope he has no plans on retirement any time soon!!
Once again I arrived a little early and had a short wait after a friendly welcome from Linda. Shortly thereafter I was taken to the back where Dr Eccles filled a small cavity in his usual professional manner and boom …. I was finished and leaving in no time at all. This is my normal at this office … friendly, courteous, and professional staff with great service
Always a pleasure to visit Dr. Eccles and staff. Family type office with efficient staff and excellent service!! Welcome, Kelly and thank you !
This was my 2nd cleaning for 2021 Love my New Dentist and Love my Dental hygienist Kellie ❤ Front desk and all the gave me a warm welcome Thank you
I had a dental emergency. Dr. Eccles was able to see me the same day and took care of it! I highly recommend him.
Always a great experience. All of the staff is super friendly and work to make you comfortable (well as much as possible since you are at the dentist after all). Highly recommend for anyone looking for a new dentist.
I hate going to the Dentist however Dr. Eccles make the experience so much easier and his staff is simply wonderful when talking with them!!
Dr Eccles and his staff are wonderful. They take time to listen and explain. They also respect your time. Best dentist I have ever seen.
Chronic bad breath is one of the symptoms of dry mouth. Normally saliva helps wash away the dead cells that are constantly accumulating in your mouth. If they aren’t removed, these cells cause your breath to smell bad. Saliva also helps rinse away substances that, when combined with the bacteria in your mouth, cause cavities and gum disease.
The hormonal changes that occur in pregnancy frequently result in dry mouth. In addition, it’s easier to become dehydrated during pregnancy because your body requires more water to help your baby develop. It’s important to drink lots of water when you’re pregnant! If you’re bothered by dry mouth, see us about products that can help.
Diabetics are more susceptible to dry mouth because of high glucose levels in their saliva and blood. Extreme thirst is also a warning sign of diabetes. In addition, some medications used to treat diabetes can aggravate dry mouth. Managing your blood sugar levels will likely lessen the severity of dry mouth.
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