How I Prevent Meth Mouth
20 february 2026
Oral health is very important, especially if you regularly smoke. While tobacco is the most commonly smoked substance, other substances, with varying degrees of harm, can also be smoked. One such substance is crystal meth, which is notoriously associated with a condition known as “meth mouth”, which is characterized by tooth decay and advanced periodontal disease. While this is a severe and possible outcome of meth use, taking proper measures can reduce your chances of developing it.
Contrary to what many think, you can't only get meth mouth if you smoke it. You can develop it no matter what route you choose to administer the drug. This comes as a result of the dry mouth, vasoconstriction, and tooth grinding meth causes. Add in infrequent oral hygiene, poor dietary choices and meth's caustic nature and you have a recipe for disaster. It doesn't help that there is a huge stimgma attached to meth users, especially those who have dental issues. This stigma can make people hesitant to get dental treatment, which in turn worsens their condition.
As a methamphetamine user, I've managed to maintain pretty good oral hygiene. I have no cavities but I do have a mild case of gingivitis. Quite good for a habitual user. This is a result of flossing regularly, rigorously using biotene and alcohol-free antiseptic mouthwash, and frequently brushing with Prevident or toothpaste with stannous flouride.
So, what's the ultimate way to avoid "meth mouth"? take care of your fucking teeth. Brush and floss regularly. Ask you dentist for prevident. If you don't have it, use toothpaste with stannous flouride. I used Crest Pro-Health prior to getting Prevident.