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Medically Compromised Patients

Dental Care Before, During and After Radiation Therapy

Head and neck radiation affects saliva, gum tissue and jawbone. Decayed teeth should be removed and the sockets fully healed before therapy begins, which is why dental clearance is requested by oncology teams.

Patients on Radiation Therapy in Orange Park, FL
  • Pre-radiation dental clearance
  • Extractions and alveoplasty for fast healing
  • Dry mouth and radiation caries prevention
  • Long-term follow-up after treatment

Before therapy starts

We complete a full examination and x-rays, treat active disease, and remove teeth with a poor prognosis. Suturing the sockets closed speeds healing, which is especially helpful for patients preparing to receive head or neck radiation.

During and after therapy

Reduced saliva increases decay risk sharply. We provide high-fluoride prescriptions, custom trays where useful, and more frequent hygiene visits, and we plan any later surgery with your oncology team.

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