Radiotherapy, often with concomitant chemotherapy, has a significant role in the
management of head and neck cancer, however, radiotherapy induces adverse events …

The incidence of head and neck cancer is on the rise. Most head and neck cancers are
treated with surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy or a combination of these modalities …

A bstract The clinical management of squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck
causes oral sequelae that can compromise patients' quality of life and necessitate …

The aim of this retrospective study was to describe the oral health status of patients before,
during, and after radiotherapy (RT) for the treatment of head and neck cancer (HNC). Before …

The cumulative effect of radiation and the extent of related morbidities on oral tissues are
enormous and increase over time. The numerous radiation‐related side effects have a …

Radiotherapy, alone or associated with surgery or chemotherapy, produces a significant
increase in cure rates for many malignancies of the head and neck region. However, high …

Post-radiotherapy head and neck cancer patients are at increased risk of dental caries due
to radiotherapy-induced salivary gland hypofunction and radiation-damage to tooth …

Radiotherapy alone or in combination with chemotherapy and/or surgery is the typical
treatment for head and neck cancer patients. Acute side effects (such as oral mucositis …

Head and neck cancer is a major health problem. Oral cancer is increasing in Indian
subcontinent mainly due to lack of hygiene, tobacco use, chewing tobacco, smoking, and …

Patients undergoing radiation therapy for the head and neck are susceptible to a significant
and often abrupt deterioration in their oral health. The oral morbidities of radiation therapy …