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My first dentist suggested maybe "dry mouth" and cause a host of problems. But the only thing I have been taking is Oxycontin now.
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Dry mouth is, in fact, a side effect of OxyContin.
Why Is Dry Mouth a Problem?
Besides causing the aggravating symptoms mentioned above, dry mouth also increases a person's risk of gingivitis (gum disease), tooth decay, and mouth infections, such as thrush.
Source: WedMD Article
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