Is Drooling in Your Sleep Normal? Experts Explain Why It Happens
By
Simar Bajaj
Warm and crisp on the edges. A bagel with a bit of bite.
Summary
This article addresses the common question of whether drooling during sleep is normal. It explains that saliva production (0.5 to 1.5 liters daily) is essential for health, helping with taste, swallowing, tooth decay prevention, and pathogen control. Experts note that drooling during sleep is typically normal and can be influenced by sleeping position, nasal congestion, or other factors. The piece aims to normalize the experience while offering practical advice.
Key quotes
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Without saliva, we're in trouble.
Every day, you produce about 0.5 to 1.5 liters of saliva, and drooling is simply what happens when that saliva escapes your mouth.
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