Survivor/Caregiver

HOW CANCER TREATMENTS CAN AFFECT YOUR ORAL HEALTH

by Jill Meyer-Lippert November 08, 2021

HOW CANCER TREATMENTS CAN AFFECT YOUR ORAL HEALTH

A healthy mouth is vital to achieving overall health. It can be of particular importance during cancer treatments. It is not only a concern for com...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, dental, Dental Oncology, mouth sores, oncology, oral care, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Side Effect Support, Side Effects

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Insight from a Cancer Survivor and Dental Professional

by Jill Meyer-Lippert July 20, 2020

Insight from a Cancer Survivor and Dental Professional

Registered Dental Hygienist, Deborah Walsh, helped to improve the oral and overall health of others for 34 years. A cancer diagnosis then had her f...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, Enamel Erosion, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Mucositis, OralHealth, prevention, radiation, Radiation Therapy, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate, survivorship, tooth decay, xerostomia

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Why Denture Wearers Still Need Regular Dental Check-ups

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 17, 2014

Why Denture Wearers Still Need Regular Dental Check-ups

For those who wear dentures, scheduling annual trips to the dental office may seem unnecessary, but can play an important role in your overall heal...

Posted in Dental Oncology, dentures, mouth sores, Oral Cancer, Oral Candidiasis, Oral Health, Thrush

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Could Your Choice of Dry Mouth Toothpaste Cause Tissue Irritation?

by Jill Meyer-Lippert December 21, 2013

Could Your Choice of Dry Mouth Toothpaste Cause Tissue Irritation?

Biotene® Dry Mouth Fluoride Toothpaste, one of the most popular brands of toothpaste marketed specifically for those who suffer with dry mouth (xer...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Mucositis, Side Effects, toothpaste

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Things to Consider When Choosing Toothpaste During Cancer Treatments

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 20, 2013

Things to Consider When Choosing Toothpaste During Cancer Treatments

Updated November 13, 2019 Could your choice of toothpaste cause problems during cancer treatments? The answer is YES! Many popular brands of toothp...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, FDA, flavors, mouth sores, oncology, oral care, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Mucositis, prevention, Side Effects, SLS, toothpaste, Triclosan, xerostomia

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What’s So Magic About Magic Mouthwash?

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 11, 2013

What's So Magic About Magic Mouthwash? Author: Jill Meyer-Lippert Updated January 10, 2019 Sores within your mouth and throat can occur from many t...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Magic Mouthwash, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Mucositis, SalivaCAINE, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate

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Using Ice to Prevent Mouth Sores with Chemotherapy

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 15, 2013

Using Ice to Prevent Mouth Sores with Chemotherapy

There are certain types of chemotherapy that are more likely to cause mouth sores (mucositis) including: • 5-fluorouracil • Methotrexate • Doxorubi...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Cryotherapy, Dental Oncology, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Mucositis, Side Effects

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Mouth Sores (Oral Mucositis)

by Jill Meyer-Lippert March 08, 2013

Many people may experience mouth sores during chemotherapy or radiation to the head & neck region. The severity can depend on the type of treat...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, mouth sores, Oral Mucositis, radiation, Side Effects

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