Figure 21.2). Patients need to be encouraged to use fluoride mouthwash or gel daily and to have regular dental check-ups – and if dental work is considered necessary it should be performed by specialist hospital dental teams in view of the high risk of complications.

Figure 21.2 Orthopantomogram (OPT) of mandible showing osteoradionecrosis on right side.

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