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You are correct on the issue of teeth. Regardless of what can be done prior to...

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

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Posted: Apr 30, 2023

Welcome new members @sammy15 @kdjoch and @agelessspirit. I think you might also be interested in these...

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Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

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Posted: Jul 25, 2021

Hi, I am 17 years out from stage 4 tonsil and base of tongue cancer. My...

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Discussion: My husband is 4 years out from treatment and surgery for cancer in hi

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Posted: 4 days ago

Teresa, thanks for checking in with me. No new cancer treatment yet but I'm doing pretty...

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Discussion: Adenoid cystic carcinoma - left tongue base

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Posted: Nov 18, 2017

My understanding is fluoride strengthens the teeth while at the same time can damage the bones...

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Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

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Posted: Jul 10, 2023

Teeth issues are the worst to deal with. Mayo should be able to help you with...

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

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Posted: Apr 30, 2023

Yes I’ve been in chamber 2 times for teeth and 40 sessions after skull base free...

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Discussion: Anyone had Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment after radiation?

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Posted: Jan 18, 2024

Thank you. I have started to use fluoride toothpaste as well. My dentist had suggested that...

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Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

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Posted: Mar 23 4:42am

Hi @puddknocker , The teeth issue is primarily because of the radiation effects on the teeth....

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Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

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Posted: Jul 12, 2023

Hi @ganna54 I too had osteoradionecrosis and trismus, loss of teeth and regular infections of the...

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Discussion: Mouth Cancer: Dealing with pain, osteonecrosis and trismus.

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Posted: May 31 10:17pm

I had oral cancer with removal of lymph nodes and part of jaw bone! Any help...

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Discussion: Oral Cancer, surgery done..waiting for further treatment

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Posted: May 9, 2024

I have lost 5 teeth over 15 years and another 2 are on their way out....

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Discussion: Teeth cracking and chipping

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Posted: Jun 16 11:36am

I am 17 years out from stage lV tonsil & tongue. I had nothing removed before...

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Discussion: Teeth cracking and chipping

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Posted: Jun 16 2:20pm

So the free flap surgery they removed the remaining teeth you had. I'm curious do I...

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

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Posted: Nov 14, 2023

Hello, I hear you on the worried about the teeth! I’m 7 years out of stage...

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Discussion: Oncology Dentist: Is it recommended to see a specialist?

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Posted: Dec 4, 2023

That pain sounds" dental"- Are you clamping your jaw or grinding your teeth while you sleep?...

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Discussion: Is a heating pad or cold compress ok to use for pain?

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Posted: Jul 8, 2023

Hello@anonymous99, This is something I have been wondering about, as I finished radiation for throat cancer...

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Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

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Posted: Feb 16, 2022

Coachlowe, For the teeth grinding I would definitely get a mouth guard to wear when you...

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Discussion: 3 yrs in remission H & N cancer - Experiencing ear discomfort

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Posted: Feb 17 2:59pm

Another question ❓ Did you get both upper and lower teeth? Did they do them when...

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Discussion: Mandible Reconstruction with Fibula Free Flap. Is this an option?

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Posted: Oct 12, 2023

My dentist told me to use mouth trays with a fluoride gel every 3 days. It's...

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Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

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Posted: Jul 21, 2021

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