“An estimated 400,000 of the 1.2 million Americans diagnosed with cancer each year may develop painful and debilitating oral complications from their cancer treatment. Persons who undergo cancer treatment are sometimes unaware that a dental examination is a critical step in maintaining their overall health.

Someone who is receiving radiation therapy of the head and neck area, or has a history of such treatment, may develop certain complications including dry mouth, sensitive lesions in the oral cavity, hypersensitive teeth, rapid tooth decay and difficulty swallowing, chewing, and eating. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can also have significant effects on the oral cavity.”

~ American Dental Association

Three Good Reasons to Help Your Mouth BEFORE Cancer Treatment

1.    FEEL BETTER … Cancer treatment may cause side effects in your mouth. Implementing a rigorous oral relief protocol before treatment starts can help prevent painful mouth problems from occurring.
2.    SAVE YOUR MOUTH … An oral relief protocol will help clean, moisten, lubricate, and protect your mouth, teeth, and bones from damage caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
3.    FIGHT CANCER … Serious side effects in the mouth can delay, or even stop, cancer treatment. To fight cancer best, your cancer care team should include a dental professional, who is responsible for initiating an oral care protocol for treatment.

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