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Understanding Risks of MRONJ In Cancer Patients

by Jill Meyer-Lippert January 13, 2019

Understanding Risks of MRONJ In Cancer Patients

photo credit: Update on Medicated-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, Dental Academy of CE Published: January, 13 2019 Cancer survivors are at...

Posted in Antiangiogenisis, Bisphosphonates, Cancer, chemotherapy, denonsumab, Dental Oncology, medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, MRONJ, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Osteonecrosis, Side Effects, targeted therapies

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Oral Health Concerns of Liquid Medications

by Jill Meyer-Lippert February 04, 2018

Oral Health Concerns of Liquid Medications

Liquid formulations of medications are often prescribed for adults and children who are receiving treatment for cancer. Chemotherapy or radiation-i...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Enamel Erosion, Magic Mouthwash, Oral Health, Side Effects, tooth decay

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How Oral Chemotherapy Access Laws Affect Your Patients

by Jill Meyer-Lippert August 10, 2013

Wisconsin residents take note! This is an issue currently affecting your state. Residents outside of WI can find out HERE where your state stands ...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Oral Chemotherapy

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Drop the Lemon Drops!

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 25, 2013

What a surprise it was to open an Oncology text book and read that one way to help our patients manage the discomfort of xerostomia was to recommen...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, Oral Cancer, Oral Health, Side Effects, xerostomia, xylitol

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Cryotherapy for the Prevention of Oral Mucositis

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 15, 2013

Cryotherapy is defined as the use of extreme cold in surgery or other medical treatment. In cancer care, cryotherapy, through the use of ice chips,...

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

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Xerostomia

by Jill Meyer-Lippert March 15, 2013

Xerostomia is a common symptom associated with cancer treatments. The severity can range from mild discomfort to life altering by affecting the abi...

Posted in Acupuncture, Cancer, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, Graft vs Host Disease, Oral Cancer, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, radiation, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, xerostomia

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Mucositis and Oral Hygiene

by Jill Meyer-Lippert March 08, 2013

Oral Mucositis describes inflammation and ulcerations of the mucosa resulting from chemotherapeutic agents or ionizing radiation. It is one of the ...

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

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