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Abstract
Cancer therapy can cause various adverse effects on the oral cavity. The development of oral mucositis is one of the most common oral condition associated with both chemotherapy and radiotherapy. As dental professionals it is our duty to prevent and treat this condition in our patients. OM is very painful and has been known to decrease the quality of life in those with the condition. We have looked at studies evaluating the effectiveness of various agents in the prevention and treatment of OM. Our hope is to bring awareness to OM while educating providers on treatment options.
Publication Date
2023
Keywords
oral mucositis, adiotherapy, chemotherapy, oral cancer, head and neck cancer, oral health, zinc chloride and sodium bicarbonate mouth rinses
Disciplines
Dental Hygiene
Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship
Date of Submission
April 2023