1. Hydrate as much as possible, as advised by your physician. 2. Keep lips moist at all times. Use a conventional lip moisturizer (ChapStick, etc.) Use A + D Ointment (available at all grocery stores and pharmacies) This is a petroleum-based product to be used instead of Vaseline, unless petroleum allergy or sensitivity exists. Use Polysporin or Neosporin ointment on dry portion of lips and corners of the mouth for lesions. 3. If totally edentulous (without teeth), it is necessary to keep intraoral tissues as wet as possible at all times for dentures and partials to stay comfortable. Well fitting appliances are necessary for maximum function and comfort. See your dentist to make necessary adjustments. See the products listed below. 4. If teeth are present dry mouth conditions will destroy dentition very rapidly. The following products are recommended to keep tissues moist, prevent decay and protect/preserve existing crowns and fillings: Sugarless gum with Xylitol (sugar substitute) to stimulate saliva, clean teeth and prevent decay. Sugarless mints with Xylitol can also stimulate saliva and prevent decay while keeping the mouth moist. Oasis Moisturizing Spray can be used at night as needed to keep mouth moist and is available in grocery stores and pharmacies. Biotene™ Oral Balance Moisturizing Gel or Liquid can be used on tongue, and or inside of cheeks as necessary, day or night, to keep the mouth moist and stimulate saliva. This is a saliva substitute. A neutral sodium fluoride prescription toothpaste should be used daily, without rinsing after brushing for at least 30 minutes to MI Paste™ with bio-available calcium and phosphate can also be used daily to stimulate saliva, prevent decay, and remineralize beginning cavities. 5. Avoid mouthwashes containing alcohol. These mouthwashes increase oral dryness. 6. Drink more water. Avoid all soft drinks (including diet), fruit juices or any other liquids containing sugar. 7. Avoid all mints, chewing gum, cough drops and candy that contain sugar.