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My husband had oral cancer in his cheek. After surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, he can not...

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

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Posted: Dec 5, 2023

The only advice I was given was to take care of my teeth if I want...

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

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Posted: Jul 14, 2023

Hello @hilsy I had an elderly relative pass away late last year at age 93. She...

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Discussion: 90 year old mom to have teeth removed - 6 years post oral cancer

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Posted: Jun 28, 2020

The problem I have with Xylitol as well as sprays is they make my mouth more...

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Discussion: Saliva and dry mouth: Head and neck cancer and treatments

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Posted: Apr 28, 2023

I am 15 years cancer free of salivary gland cancer. I underwent surgery to remove my...

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Discussion: Nerve damage effecting tongue, muscle, swallowing.

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Posted: Sep 16 12:44pm

It was ruff, no lie. Been home since February 8th. Slowly recovering. Fly back April 29th,...

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

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Posted: Mar 16, 2024

I am a year out of treatment for lymph node metastasis from tongue cancer. Have had...

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Discussion: Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

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Posted: Feb 21, 2020

Hi William, Thank you so much for taking the time to share the information with me....

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

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Posted: Mar 13 12:38am

Hi Elaine. I have had dental problems after radiotherapy. The two bottom front teeth are hanging...

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

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Posted: Apr 23, 2018

I had squamous cell carcinoma at the base of my tongue just below my epiglottis. It...

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Discussion: Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube): Difficulty finding a formula that works

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 9, 2024

Hello and welcome to Connect. My father had this surgery back in the early 90s. He...

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Discussion: Should I get a bridge to replace teeth from removed jaw?

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Posted: Feb 13, 2024

I would like to know what your symptoms were? I’m dealing with a small mass on...

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Discussion: New Here: Just had surgery for mouth and neck (lymph) cancer

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Posted: Jun 14, 2021

Hi @darapoza Thanks for joining in. Dental issues after radiation are often caused by a combination...

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

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Posted: Mar 12 10:31pm

Hi, I was diagnosed with Squamous cell carcinoma of the Larynx in 2019. I had treatment...

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Discussion: Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Larynx

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Posted: May 20, 2023

I forgot to mention that due to scarring caused by radiation I cannot fully open my...

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Discussion: Nerve damage effecting tongue, muscle, swallowing.

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Posted: Sep 17 9:45am

My oral surgeon has recommended that I try and keep the few teeth left in my...

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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 9:55pm

When you say partial what do you mean? I lost on one side all of my...

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Discussion: What is your quality of life after a partial maxillectomy?

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Posted: Dec 22, 2023

My husband is 15 years out from tonsil cancer with radiation. He is unable to eat...

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Discussion: Saliva and dry mouth: Head and neck cancer and treatments

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Posted: Jan 11, 2018

My husband just started swallowing therapy again after finishing radiation. He can't swallow at all. And...

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Discussion: When do you start getting energy after radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

@sapooh as for dental: my oncologist had me see an oral surgeon prior to any treatment...

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Discussion: What is the survival rate for 65 yr Male w/ squamous cell carcinoma

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Posted: Apr 29 8:43am

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