Why do i drool when i laugh?

Do you ever find yourself drooling when you laugh? Are your friends constantly making fun of you for it? Well, fear not my fellow drooler! You are not alone. In fact, there’s a perfectly logical reason behind this embarrassing phenomenon that we call ‘drooling’.

What is Drooling?

Drooling, or more scientifically known as ‘ptyalism’, is the excessive production or secretion of saliva from the salivary glands. Normally, our body produces around 1-2 liters of saliva per day to help us swallow and digest food.

Fun fact: Did you know that if a person does not produce enough saliva, they may suffer from dry mouth syndrome also known as Xerostomia?

However, in some cases such as laughing hysterically or even while sleeping on one side at night can lead to excess accumulation of saliva which then results in drooling.

The Science Behind Drooling

Now let’s get into the nitty-gritty science stuff. Our mouth contains three pairs of salivary glands:

1. Parotid gland: Located just below each ear
2. Submandibular gland: Located near the lower jawbone
3. Sublingual gland: Located under our tongue

These three glands work together to regulate and produce sufficient amount of saliva for optimal oral health.

Fun Fact: An average human produces over gallons of Saliva throughout their lifetime!

When we eat something delicious or even smell/taste savory foods like bacon pizza or nutella spread, these glands start producing more saliva than normal to lubricate and protect our teeth during chewing/digestion process which explains why most people tend to feel thirsty immediately after eating salty/sweet foods.

But when we laugh too hard…

Our brain sends signals down through neurons (specialized nerve cells) in order to activate muscles responsible for facial expressions and tongue movements. This then leads to the temporary paralysis of our salivary glands which as a result causes salivary ducts to dilate leading to a sudden rush of saliva that may escape our mouth through drooling if not controlled.

Fun Fact: Drooling can also be caused by sensory stimulation such as fear, anxiety or even excitement!

Moreover, certain neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy or Bell’s palsy may damage nerves responsible for proper functioning of the salivary gland muscles.

Strategies to Curb Excessive Drooling

Whether it happens frequently with mild irritation or very rarely but quite embarrassing; here are some strategies you could follow:

1. Try swallowing more often – this helps in control overwhelming ratio of saliva before it spills out
2. Increase water intake- Drinking plenty of water throughout the day aids digestion and dilutes excess saliva.
3. Chewing Gum- Chewing gum makes your mouths expel extra fluid/saliva production
4. See your dentist- Seeing a dentist regularly can alleviate any potential underlying oral problems in order to minimize excessive drool production resulting from them.
5. Pay attention: Always keep an eye on WHAT foods seems make you produce excessive amount after consumption/during eating altogether so that you know when it’s best for you leave said food types out wherever possible.

Fun fact: Many people opt for conducting Botox injections? On their salivary glands actively reducing amount produced causing reduction in overall drool (consulting with doctor is advised)!

In conclusion, while ‘drooling’ might seem like a minor issue yet cause considerable discomfort/anxiety/feelings mostly because considered socially unacceptable hiccup behavior , rest assures nonetheless there is almost always pretty solid reasoning behind things given by nature…like likes attract like.. just one reason much too many others unexplained…. anyways Hope this article puts at ease anyone ever felt uncertain/uncomfortable about their own drooling habits. Remember, it’s just your body doing what comes naturally and our quirks are what makes us unique!

Dane Raynor

Hey there, I’m Dane Raynor, and I’m all about sharing fascinating knowledge, news, and hot topics. I’m passionate about learning and have a knack for simplifying complex ideas. Let’s explore together!