These tips may help if you suffer from dry mouth:

• Add ice to drinks or try sucking ice cubes to soothe a dry mouth
• You may find eating cold food more soothing than hot food
• Keep food moist with gravies and sauces to aid swallowing
• Clean your mouth after eating with a soft toothbrush and a mild toothpaste with fluoride to cleanse your mouth. You could also consider the use of an alcohol-free mouthwash
• Consider the use of a saliva replacement gel or spray, such as Oralieve, to help moisturise and maintain the natural balance of your mouth
• Avoid very dry foods, including chocolate and pastry, which can stick to the top of your mouth
• If your mouth is sore avoid salty or spicy food that may sting or rough textured food such as toast
• If you wear a denture make sure that you remember to remove them for as long as you can at night and clean them with a specialist cleanser to remove bacteria
• Tell your doctor, pharmacist and dental team about your dry mouth and ask for advice