Survivor/Caregiver

Self-Exams for Oral Cancer

by Jill Meyer-Lippert July 17, 2013

Since early detection is vital to survival, self-examination for a variety of cancers is widely recommended. Mole checks for skin cancer and breast...

Posted in Cancer, Oral Cancer

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Understanding Trismus

by Jill Meyer-Lippert July 07, 2013

Trismus is a condition where the muscles that control the opening and closing of the jaw become tight and rigid. The rigid muscles can make it dif...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Oral Health, radiation, Side Effects, Trismus

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Thrush (Oral Candidiasis)

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 30, 2013

Oral Candidiasis, also called Thrush, is a fungal (yeast) infection of the mouth. Although its occurance is not limited to cancer patients, a weak...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Oral Candidiasis, Oral Health, Side Effects, Thrush

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Things to Consider When Choosing Toothpaste During Cancer Treatments

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 20, 2013

Things to Consider When Choosing Toothpaste During Cancer Treatments

Updated November 13, 2019 Could your choice of toothpaste cause problems during cancer treatments? The answer is YES! Many popular brands of toothp...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, FDA, flavors, mouth sores, oncology, oral care, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Mucositis, prevention, Side Effects, SLS, toothpaste, Triclosan, xerostomia

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What’s So Magic About Magic Mouthwash?

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 11, 2013

What's So Magic About Magic Mouthwash? Author: Jill Meyer-Lippert Updated January 10, 2019 Sores within your mouth and throat can occur from many t...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Magic Mouthwash, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Mucositis, SalivaCAINE, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate

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Being A Survivor

by Jill Meyer-Lippert June 03, 2013

Sunday, June 2, 2013 was the 26th annual National Cancer Survivors Day. It is a day to reflect and to celebrate life. It's a chance to recognize t...

Posted in Cancer

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What is Xylitol?

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 24, 2013

What is Xylitol? Xylitol is natural sugar substitute that can help prevent cavities. Although it looks and tastes like sugar, it cannot be utilize...

Posted in cavities, Dry Mouth, Oral Health, tooth decay, xylitol

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Using Ice to Prevent Mouth Sores with Chemotherapy

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 15, 2013

Using Ice to Prevent Mouth Sores with Chemotherapy

There are certain types of chemotherapy that are more likely to cause mouth sores (mucositis) including: • 5-fluorouracil • Methotrexate • Doxorubi...

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

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What are Bisphosphonates?

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 04, 2013

Throughout our lives, our bodies go through a natural process that breaks down and rebuilds bone. Bisphosphonates (pronounced Bis-foss-fo-nates) ar...

Posted in Cancer, medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, MRONJ, Oral Health, Osteonecrosis, Side Effects