if it occurs alongside loud snoring, gasping, or pauses in breathing during sleep.
Avoid taping your mouth shut to prevent dryness. This can be unsafe for people who have nasal obstruction, sleep-disordered breathing, or other breathing difficulties.
- Dehydration or Not Drinking Enough Fluids
Your body needs adequate fluid to maintain normal functions, including saliva production.
If you become dehydrated during the day, you may notice that your mouth feels dry when you go to bed or when you wake up during the night.
Dehydration can occur for several reasons, including
