OROFACIAL PAIN, HEADACHE AND SLEEP BLOG

Could A LASER stop the pain? Low-Level Laser Therapy for Oral Mucositis

Mucositis, an acute but unpleasant oral sequelae of chemotherapy and radiation therapy to the head and neck, is extremely common. There...

The 411 on Mucositis

What is it? Mucositis is inflammation of the mucosa which is lines the gastrointestinal tract. Characterized by mouth sores, intraoral...

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: How much do you know about going gold?

There has been a lot of media press lately about the empire state building refusing to go gold for childhood cancer, but how much do you...

Gorgeous Green Smoothie

Our sincere gratitude to Kicking Cancer in the Kitchen for providing this recipe which may be helpful for patients suffering from mouth...

Magic Mouthwash: what's that?

Individuals undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment may experience painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) or ulcers that interfere...

Managing and Treating the Side Effects of Head and Neck Radiation Therapy

Mucositis Mucositis usually resolves once therapy is completed. Prophylactic measures may help reduce the severity and duration of...

How Does Chemotherapy Affect Oral and Dental Health?

Although there are side effects associated with chemotherapy, it is important to note that the side effects typically resolve when...

The Oral and Dental Conditions Associated with Stem Cell Transplants: A Closer Look

Indubitably, hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) are lifesaving and have transformed the field of medicine. Hematopoietic stem...

Radiation Mouth Guards: What's the purpose?

Before undergoing radiotherapy, your dentist may recommend that you wear radiation mouth guards during your treatment. When radiation...

What are some of the side effects of head and neck radiation?

Xerostomia/Hyposalivation Xerostomia is the medical term for the sensation of dry mouth. Hyposalivation signifies a reduction in salivary...

Lauren Levi DMD MS