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Anyone had a subtotal glossectomy? Willing to talk?

Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Nov 27, 2023 | Replies (12)
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@hrhwilliam

Hi @rubagaddal. I deal with oral pockets by continuous oral care, oral tools, and rinses. I travel with a toothbrush and syringe for water or a water pick. Also have pockets in the throat so I have to watch what and how I eat, no dry foods without fluids.
Are you experiencing anything like this?

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rubagaddal | @rubagaddal | Nov 25, 2023

Thank so much @hrhwilliam.
Yes, I do struggle with a deep pocket that runs down the left side of my tongue.
I do try my best to remove any food residues, I use three types of toothbrushes, mouth washes of salt and sodium bicarbonate, and a cotton stick to reach deep down, but still couldn't remove very small deep particles.
What other oral tools can help?
Thank You for your help and advice.

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