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Oral health in cancer patients: results of a monocentric survey.

Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · West P, De Vis L, Dockers D, De Pauw A, Decruyenaere A, Phlypo I, Janssens B, Naert E · 2026-10-21

A survey of cancer patients undergoing active treatment found that oral symptoms—particularly dry mouth, taste changes, and ulcers—were common and significantly affected quality of life, with more than two-thirds reporting at least one oral health difficulty.

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