Mouth and dental care: Before, during, and after radiation to the head and neck - 11/2006

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Mouth and dental care: Before, during, and after radiation to the head and neck

Abstract

This handout explains the changes in oral health that occur during radiation therapy for head and/or neck cancer. Included are short-term and long-term changes, and how to apply fluoride.

Author

Dental Clinic

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2006

Revision Date

11/2006

Print Abstract

General Subject

Cancer

Oral Health

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Head

Mouth

Neck

Radiation

Tooth

Languages

English

Record ID

3370