Year : 2019

Volume : Volume 10

Issue : Issue 2

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Diwakar Mishra.
DiwakarMishra@gmail.com

Abstract

Aim:  To correlate the relationship between radiation dose and oral mucositis, loss of taste sensation, dysphagia, malnutrition, dental caries, xerostomia in patients and its impact on quality of life. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 subjects were examined diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma who undergone radiotherapy Result:  A total of 100 subjects were examined diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma who undergone radiotherapy, on comparing the data it shows direct correlation between radiation dose and oral complications Conclusion: The manifold problems, an oral cancer patient may face in maintaining satisfactory oral and dental health, call for individually tailored prophylactic protocols and treatment modes. Frequent professional tooth cleaning by a dental hygienist is often a necessity in addition to the daily self-care by the patient.

Keywords: Oral complications, radiotherapy, squamous cell carcinoma.