But you may have heard that the carbonation in sparkling water can have harmful effects on your teeth by eroding your tooth ...

The most common cause of dry mouth is dehydration which is caused when salivary glands don't produce enough saliva.

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But you may need to drink more water if you consume lots of salt ... For babies and young children, parents should look out for dry mouth and tongue, as well as crying with no tears.

But you may need to be more cautious if you have dry mouth, are taking medications or have an oral imbalance, Ritter advises. Tips to protect your teeth while drink sparkling water Here are some ...