Management of oral complications following radiotherapy
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Management of oral complications following radiotherapy
Dent Update.
1992 Jul-Aug.
Abstract
Radiotherapy for the treatment of neoplastic disease in the head and neck region results in a number of oral changes liable to cause pain and discomfort during therapy. In the longer term, it increases the patient's susceptibility to caries and periodontal disease. The aim of this paper is to outline these changes and to suggest a regime for the dental management of these patients before, during and after radiotherapy. The role of the dentist in support, advice and treatment is vital.
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