title: Oral management of the cancer patient. Part II: chemotherapy.
abstract: This second of a three-part series reviews chemotherapy treatment and the responsibilities dental care providers have for patients in all phases of this type of cancer treatment. The goals of dental care are to maintain the integrity of the oral mucosa, prevent secondary infection, provide relief, and assist in maintaining dietary intake. The dental hygienist plays a key role in the recognition, treatment or monitoring of dental conditions that could cause complications to the patient during and post chemotherapy, as well as in educating and motivating the patient in optimal oral self-care.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Lunn
mesh_terms: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000494:pharmacology; D016026:Bone Marrow Transplantation; D017742:Dental Care for Chronically Ill; D006801:Humans; D016867:Immunocompromised Host; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*; D009061:Mouth Mucosa / Q000187:drug effects; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000628:therapy; D009894:Opportunistic Infections / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents