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Something to Sink Your Teeth Into
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Physical Therapy Can Play Important Role Following Radiation for Head and Neck Cancer

by Lauren Levi, DMD

Individuals who have been treated with radiation for head and neck cancer are at an increased risk for Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome (RFS)…


Hepatitis C and Head and Neck Cancer: Is there a link?

by Lauren Levi, DMD

New research suggests that hepatitis C is linked to an increased risk for developing head and neck cancers. It has been known for a while that Hepatitis C may be associated with an…


What’s so magical about magic mouthwash?

by Lauren Levi, DMD

Painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) or ulcers that interfere with eating, speaking, and even swallowing are a common side effect of chemotherapy and head and neck radiation treatment. For some, relief can be…