kacey1,
Dry mouth is such a big crummy thing. People who don't have it, really can't understand how it could be so bad. I get to points, when I simply must not speak or breathe through my mouth. I have pSS- primary Sjögren's syndrome, but just because you don't have a formal diagnosis doesn't make your mouth moist. Pilocarpine and another one are useless to me. I literally carry ice water everywhere, even the bathroom, with me. Ice Water is only a quick fix to the next step. I use MouthCote spray, it causes the least nausea. There are electrolytes in powder form, in tubes. Costco carries Liquid IV, several flavors, with sugar and now without sugar. I use only 1/4-1/3 of the packet, it is too strong for me. My favorite sugar free is white peach, the green grape one is gross .
I keep sugar free peppermint gum everywhere. I can chew it, then stick it to a tooth and chew when needed. I brush my teeth with prescription fluoride, be sure to read the instructions, don't leave it on your tongue, cheeks, etc, overnight, it does not feel good in the morning. I have super cheap children's mouth guards, that you customize with warm-hot water. I keep cough drops (like Halls) and drops, like cherry ones that really don't help my coughing. I've even tried a thin layer of Vaseline on my teeth, just before getting into bed. It is only a little help, but it's not any help if I talk after putting it on. I keep my lips all Goode up, Vaseline, balm, etc etc. Sipping on 7-up helps a lot, but it's not good for teeth or weight. Good luck with finding something that works for you. ShelleyW