Oral Care for Denture Patients During Cancer Treatment
Many people experience complications with their dentures due to chemotherapy and radiation. Below are some tips we hope you find useful.
- Your dentures may fit differently or they may not fit at all because the tissues in your mouth will change during radiation therapy. If you need new dentures, they should not be made until well after the completion of your radiation therapy.
- You should keep your dentures very clean. Brush them daily with a mild cleanser and denture brush. Rinse your dentures well and store them in clean water when not in your mouth.
- Clean your tongue and the inside of your mouth with moist gauze.
- Rinse your mouth frequently with water.
- Do not use denture adhesives.
- Never wear your dentures when sleeping. Store them in clean water after you have thoroughly brushed them.
- If you develop denture sores, remove your dentures and contact your dentist immediately. Mouth sores can quickly become infected.
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