Manifestations and treatment of xerostomia and associated oral effects secondary to head and neck radiation therapy

Article Abstract:

Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is one of the major complications of radiation treatment for head and neck cancer. Radiation can damage the salivary glands, causing a drop in the production of saliva. It can cause burning sensation and difficulty swallowing food. People with xerostomia can use Unimist or Mouth Kote, which are two lubricating solutions. They should also drink plenty of fluids, avoid alcohol and smoking and eat soft foods. Radiation can also cause cavities, so the use of fluoride gels is recommended. Pilocarpine and bethanechol can stimulate the production of saliva.

Care and treatment, Radiotherapy, Xerostomia

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Oral manifestations of primary immunological diseases

Article Abstract:

The immune system plays an important role in maintaining oral health. This is demonstrated by the oral diseases caused by different immunological diseases. A review of the literature shows that patients with T cell deficiencies tend to get oral candida infections oral herpes. Patients with B cell deficiencies tend to get bacterial infections. Those with phagocyte deficiencies tend to get oral candida infections and periodontal disease.

Analysis, Immunological deficiency syndromes, Immunologic deficiency syndromes

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Severe oral manifestations of chronic graft-vs.-host disease

Article Abstract:

Dentists should be aware that graft-versus-host disease can affect the mouth. Graft-versus-host disease is a reaction to a bone marrow transplant in which the recipient's immune system attacks the donor's bone marrow. It can be fatal if not properly treated and preferably prevented.

Health aspects, Case studies, Graft versus host reaction, Graft vs. host disease

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