ReviewCancers of the head & neck2016
Oral and dental health in head and neck cancer survivors.
Review in Cancers of the head & neck, 2016. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 24 papers.
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24 citing papers in PubMed, 47 citations in OpenAlex.
- Oral microbiome dynamics in head and neck cancer patients undergoing oral healthcare: implications for prognosis and early diagnosis.BMC microbiology · 2025Trial
- Impact of an oral care intervention protocol on oral health outcomes in head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiation or chemoradiation therapy.BMC oral health · 2025Trial
- The Role of Dental Oncology in Cancer Care: a Critical Component of Comprehensive Treatment, Education, and Interdisciplinary Collaboration- a Narrative Review.Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education · 2026Review
- Educational Interventions in Oral Hygiene for Patients Undergoing Head and Neck Cancer Radiotherapy: A Feasibility Study.Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education · 2026Article
- Corrective and Restorative Dermatology in Cancer Survivors: An Urgent Unmet Need!American journal of clinical dermatology · 2026Review
- Effect of preventive dental treatment on caries incidence in patients receiving head and neck radiation therapy: a systematic review.Discover oncology · 2026Review
- Web-based dental care information resources for patients with head and neck cancer: a scoping review.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- The introduction of a safe discharge network for the ongoing oral healthcare of patients who have completed management for head and neck cancers.British dental journal · 2026Article
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- Consequences of hyposalivation in relation to cancer treatment and early management of radiation-induced caries: case reports.British dental journal · 2024Article
- The Effect of the Continuous Care Model on Oral Health, Self-Efficacy, and Self-Care in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer Undergoing Radiotherapy: A Study Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Study.Health science reports · 2024Article
- Knowledge about dental care in patients with head and neck cancer among senior dental school students: a cross-sectional descriptive study.BMC medical education · 2024Article
- Update on Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancers: A guide for oral health care providers.Journal of dental hygiene : JDH · 2024Article
- Adherence to lifestyle recommendations among Norwegian cancer survivors and the impact of traditional and complementary medicine use: the Tromsø Study 2015-2016.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2023Article
- Dental considerations for head and neck cancer: A clinical review.The Saudi dental journal · 2023Review
- Feasibility and safety of Heavy Lifting Strength Training in Head and Neck Cancer survivors post-surgical neck dissection (the LIFTING trial).Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2023Article
- Enhancing prediction of tooth caries using significant features and multi-model classifier.PeerJ. Computer science · 2023Article
- Including dental professionals in the multidisciplinary treatment team of head and neck cancer patients improves long-term oral health status.Clinical oral investigations · 2022Article
- Oral and Dental Complications of Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: Knowledge of Dental Practitioners in Saudi Arabia.Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP · 2021Article
- The need for oral assessment and referral practices tool for palliative patients in Brunei Darussalam: A cross-sectional study.Nursing open · 2021Article
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Abstract
Therapeutic improvements and epidemiologic changes in head and neck cancer (HNC) over the last three decades have led to increased numbers of survivors, resulting in greater need for continuing management of oral and dental health in this population. Generally, the HNC patient oral health needs are complex, requiring multidisciplinary collaboration among oncologists and dental professionals with special knowledge and training in the field of oral oncology. In this review, we focus on the impact of cancer treatment on oral health, and the oral care protocols recommended prior to, during and after cancer therapy. The management of oral complications such as mucositis, pain, infection, salivary function, taste and dental needs are briefly reviewed. Other complications and their management, including osteonecrosis of the jaw and recurrent/new primary malignancies are also described. This review offers clinical protocols and information for medical providers to assist in understanding oral complications and their management in HNC patients and survivors, and their oral and dental health care needs. Oral and dental care is impacted by the patient's initial oral and dental status, as well as the specific cancer location, type, and its treatment; thus, close communication between the dental professional and the oncology team is required for appropriate therapy.
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