The location of the primary tumor or lymph node metastases dictates the inclusion of the oral
cavity, salivary glands, and jaws in the radiation treatment portals for patients who have …

In addition to anti-tumor effects, ionizing radiation causes damage in normal tissues located
in the radiation portals. Oral complications of radiotherapy in the head and neck region are …

In addition to the desired antitumor effects, head and neck radiation therapy induces
damage in normal tissues that may result in oral sequelae such as mucositis, hypo …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Radiotherapy-induced damage in the oral mucosa is the result of the deleterious effects of
radiation, not only on the oral mucosa itself but also on the adjacent salivary glands, bone …

Radiation treatment plays an important role in the management of head and neck cancer.
Unfortunately several radiation-induced side effects may occur including mucositis …

Radiotherapy is a treatment modality largely used for head and neck malignancies.
However, high doses of radiation in large areas, including the oral cavity, maxilla, mandible …