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Mouth not open properly
My father's cancer treatment should completed.now 2 2...1/2 years after his mouth not open properly so want to take treatment for open mouth properly so suggest me a very good doctor for treatment will complete successfully .
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-:But he doesn't have saliva in mouth... Due to radiation
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Its side effect of radiation , u need to give it time , use saliva substitute, increase vegetables in diet , eat more of tomatoes, consult oral pathologist .
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I'll suggest Dr Sarika dindagire in rahatani she is oral pathologist
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It is radiation induced fibrosis which leads to limited mouth opening. Also because of radiation therapy salivary glands as well gets affected leading to decreased salivation. You have a saliva substitute like saliva sure which will keep the mouth moist and prevent tooth decay.
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You need to visit a oral surgeon specialising in head and neck oncology who will help you with mouth opening. You can use practo to locate.
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You also have various other dental accessories to help maintain good oral hygiene usually suggested after clinically seeing the patient.
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Hello,
you need to take him to a good Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon.Radiation does affect the salivary production and fibrosis reduces the mouth opening.Saliva substitutes like GC Dry Mouth Gel acts as a good salivary substitute.
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Dr Sumanmakam
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