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Beyond Bisphosphonates – A Closer Look at MRONJ and Cancer Therapy
In 2014, the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons released a position paper about medication–related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ... -
Let's Talk About Xylitol
Recently, a Cochrane report was released putting the effectiveness of xylitol into question. Several well respected healthcare websites quickly pub... -
Benefits of the Whole-Office Learning Experience on Oral Care for Cancer Survivors within the Dental Practice
It's happened to all of us in healthcare; we attend a seminar with new and exciting information that we believe will help to implement significant ... -
What is Osteoradionecrosis of the Jaw?
Our sincere gratitude to Dr. Lauren Levi for sharing her time and talents with us at Side Effect Support! Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is a serious a... -
Increased Risk for Stroke After Head & Neck Radiation
Radiation to the head and neck region can result in many long-term side effects. The role of the dental professional is evolving to recognize these... -
Low-Level Laser Therapy for Oral Mucositis
Oral mucositis (OM) is the most common oral toxicity associated with cancer treatments adversely affecting patient comfort, quality of life, suscep... -
Caring For Patients: It's All About Them
A special Thank You to Renita Beeman Sansom, RDH, of Dental Oncology Professionals of North Texas for sharing her expertise with this article! Ca... -
Oral Bacteria’s Link to Colon Cancer
Two independent studies from Harvard School of Medicine and Case Western Reserve University, published in the August 2013 journal Cell Host & M... -
Oral Symptoms and Cancer Risks Associated with Celiac Disease
Updated March 9, 2022 Celiac Disease, also known as Gluten Sensitive Enteropathy (GSE), is an autoimmune disorder of the digestive system that trig... -
ADA Encourages Participation in Bone Marrow Registry
In 2012, the American Dental Association House of Delegates passed a resolution to help member dentists understand the importance of promoting bone... -
Drop the Lemon Drops!
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... -
Cryotherapy for the Prevention of Oral Mucositis
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,...
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