Father had oral cancer surgery twice

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My father aged 55 had a cancer operation in mouth, he was operated 3 years back on the right side face, mouth was reconstructed with no jaw bone,muscles from chest.radiotherapy was done. 8 months back he was operated again on the left side for cancer, jaw bone was reconstructed with leg bone.chemotherapy and radiotherapy completed. Due to radiotherapy he had thyroid problems.now in control. Problem now is his mouth is always open , not able to eat or drink properly, taking liquid that also comes out.he is frustrated a lot Can he be able to eat or drink in future..any possiblity for artificial teeth in future? Please advice

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Dr. Ajeet Kumar Gandhi Radiation Oncologist 13 yrs exp Lucknow Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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