Hi Joel,

Thank you very much for the reply. My grandmother does suffer dry mouth to
some degree (caused by aging salivary glands as well as medications). It
probably had a lot to do with the decay of her teeth. She has had several
oral surgeons treat her and give multiple opinions because that is her wish.
Unfortunately, she tends to go from one doctor to another if she doesn't like
the treatment or answer she is given. 3 of the oral surgeons she has been to
for additional opinions have said they cannot find anything wrong or do any
more for her. They did agree that the dry mouth could be uncomfortable. She
also has absolutely no tolerance for any physical discomfort. I would have to
say there is a definite mental component we are dealing with. However, as her
family now responsible for looking out for her, it is so hard to know what is
really serious with her, yet we can't ignore that she is still complaining of
pain since February. She wants me to find another doctor for her, but I don't
know where else to turn. She has been on a soft diet all along. I will tell
her your recommendation for warm salt water rinses. Thanks again for your
time and reply.

JWilliams