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How to Stop Drooling in Your Sleep
Drooling while you sleep is normal, and does not necessarily require treatment. That said, if you believe you drool excessively, there are a number of strategies you can try to stop drooling in your sleep, from lifestyle changes to speech therapy, medication, and surgery. Some treatments are simple, while others are only recommended for more severe cases of drooling. Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss what is right for you.
Change Sleeping Positions
The easiest action you can take to relieve your drooling is to change your sleeping position. If you sleep on your side or your stomach, try switching to your back.
Be aware that while changing your sleep position, you may need to get a new pillow to sleep comfortably. Side sleepers typically use a much thicker pillow than back sleepers, while stomach sleepers use a much thinner pillow, or no pillow at all. If you are having trouble staying on your back throughout the night, place additional pillows along the sides of your body to help you stay in position.
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