Chemotherapy plays a critical role in treating many forms of cancer, but it can also have significant effects on a patient’s overall health, including oral health. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a general dentist and former Education Director at The Princess Margaret Cancer Center, walks through how dental professionals can safely and […]
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has long been known for its association with cervical cancer, but in recent years, the incidence of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers has been rising both globally and in Canada. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Deborah Saunders, Medical Director of Dental Oncology at Health Sciences North and lead of the Ontario Dentists Working […]
The incidence of head and neck cancer has been increasing both globally and across Canada in recent years, with projections suggesting a continued rise. The increase is largely attributed to rising rates of oropharyngeal cancer, which are closely linked to Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection. In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Cheryl Cable, who is the […]
FDI World Dental Federation (FDI), in collaboration with the International Society of Oral Oncology (ISOO) and with the support of Zendium, has developed a mobile application called ONCOllab: The Oral Care Guide for Cancer Care Teams. The application is aimed at helping health professionals in the cancer care team to manage oral complications that may […]
A significant proportion of cancer patients who receive radiation therapy will develop a permanently dry mouth. This is especially common in head and neck patients. And though they may experience some recovery, saliva production may never return to what it was prior to radiation treatment. This leads to a higher risk of caries and can […]
This information is provided by the American Society of Clinical Oncology: Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Guideline Question What are the recommended best practices for preventing and managing medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) in patients with cancer? Target Population Adult patients with cancer who are receiving bone-modifying agents (BMAs) for any oncologic indication. Target […]
There is mounting evidence that Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) can be used for the arrest or reversal of noncavitated and cavitated dental caries as a non-restorative treatment. SDF has commonly been used in children; however, with these two cases, Dr. Erin Watson shows that it can also be used in adult patients in general and […]
New research out of the University of Toronto indicates that “dentists in Ontario are detecting more cases of oral cancer and pre-cancer than ever before — and it’s saving lives.” As with many types of cancer, early detection of oral cancers results in higher survival rates (80% over five years). When cancer is detected at […]