Looking after your mouth is especially important if you are having cancer treatment.
Treatment can make your mouth sore, dry, or more likely to get infections.
Keeping your mouth clean and moist can help:
During cancer treatment.
If you are not eating or drinking normally.
If your immune system is weakened.
Caring for your mouth during cancer treatment
To help protect your mouth:
Clean your teeth and mouth gently in the morning and at night, and after meals if you can.
Use a soft toothbrush or a child’s toothbrush.
If toothpaste stings or makes you feel sick, use an alcohol-free mouthwash instead. An SLS-free toothpaste may also help.
Clean between your teeth daily with interdental brushes or floss, but be gentle.
If you wear dentures, clean them in the morning, at night, and after meals.
To prevent dry or cracked lips, use a gentle lip balm 4–6 times a day, or as needed. Choose a water-based, lanolin or wax-based product. If you are having radiotherapy… Source by Oral Health Foundation Read More
