I finished tx in January 08. My issues with drymouth have improved significantly but it took around 9 to 12 months to see that real jump. I still need some kind of liquid close by to get the food down ( particularly dryer foods like chicken, etc. ) but I don't carry a water bottle around like I used to. Good luck!

Bill . . . SCC - originated in right tonsil, drifted into neck ( 28 lymph nodes removed - one positive ). Radical neck dissection in September 07, completed 34 radiation tx on January 4, 2008. Used Peg. Non smoker, 61, good shape, no previous health issues. Second year PET scan - "all clear".