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… may include: Radiation therapy. This uses high-dose X-rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours. … may include: Radiation therapy. This uses high-dose X-rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours. …
Medications
… patients with gum disease (periodontitis) after a certain dental procedure (scaling and root planing). It helps to … medication may be necessary in those cases. Proper dental hygiene may help prevent tooth and gum problems. … with your dentist. Lab and/or medical tests (such as dental exams, liver/kidney function) may be done while you …
Medications
… that you are using this medication before you have any dental work done. To help prevent jawbone problems, have regular dental exams and learn how to keep your teeth and gums … dentist right away. Before having any surgery (especially dental procedures), tell your doctor and dentist about this …
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… stress reduction, joint rest, jaw exercises, ice, use of a dental splint, or medicine. You may choose to have … using medicine for muscle spasm and pain, and wearing a dental splint. And soon I'll be starting jaw exercises. Ann, … by not overtaxing my jaw, doing jaw stretches, wearing a dental splint when I'm under stress and grind my teeth at …
Medical tests
… be seated but leaning forward on a padded bedside table. X-rays or an ultrasound may be used to locate the fluid in … be seated but leaning forward on a padded bedside table. X-rays or an ultrasound may be used to locate the fluid in …
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… between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., which is the peak time for UV rays. If outdoors, seek the shade. Always wear sunscreen on … lips from getting sunburned. Wear sunglasses that block UV rays. Do not use tanning booths or sunlamps. Learn more … Cancer Self-Care Protect your skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays. For example, stay out of the sun during midday hours, …
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… between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., which is the peak time for UV rays. If outdoors, seek the shade. Always wear sunscreen on … lips from getting sunburned. Wear sunglasses that block UV rays. Do not use tanning booths or sunlamps. Don't smoke or … Cancer Self-Care Protect your skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays. For example, stay out of the sun during midday hours, …
Medical tests
… drain into the duodenum. A dye is put into the ducts, and X-rays are then taken. ERCP can diagnose and treat certain … is injected into the bile or pancreatic ducts. Several X-rays are taken. You will stay on your belly until the X-rays are ready to view. If needed, the doctor may take more …
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… spreading and damaging nearby teeth and bones. Risks Some dental work can cause bacteria in the mouth to enter the … infections may need to take antibiotics before and after dental surgery. You may need to take antibiotics if you: … spreading and damaging nearby teeth and bones. Risks Some dental work can cause bacteria in the mouth to enter the …