If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry urges you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications.
According to the National Institutes of Health, cancer treatment often takes a heavy toll on dental health.
Common Complications of Chemotherapy and/or Radiation
- Inflammation of the mucous membranes
- Viral, bacterial, and fungal infections
- Mouth dryness (increases risk of cavities)
- Poor nutrition due to eating difficulties
- Mouth pain
- Oral bleeding
- Lifelong risk of tooth decay
- Loss of elasticity of masticatory muscles (may make
- opening mouth difficult)
- Bone recession due to decreased blood flow
- Tooth loss
Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry in Lone Tree wants to help you maintain oral health before, during, and after your cancer treatment. We offer comprehensive preventative and restorative dental services including sedation dentistry, porcelain crowns, porcelain veneers
Contact Almeida & Bell General, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry:
303-858-9000
Locations (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Almeida & Bell Dental – Lone Tree
8683 E Lincoln Ave Ste 200
Lone Tree, Colorado
80124
Almeida & Bell Dental – Denver
9126 57th Ave.
Denver, Colorado
80238