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Cancer Patient Dental Care Restorative


Many forms of treatment for head and neck cancers affect a patient’s mouth, teeth, and salivary glands. Restoration of the dentition and supporting structures following treatment are often required to restore function, form and aesthetics.

Oral complications related to cancer treatment include:

  • Damage to the bone and tissues around the teeth resulting from radiation exposure.
  • Extraction of decayed teeth or teeth with periodontal disease before radiation treatment to minimize the risk of osteoradionecrosis of the bone.
  • Surgical removal of teeth and portions of the jaws or face due to intraoral cancers.

As each cancer treatment varies with side effects, a consultation with your dentist is needed to discuss the best dental care plan for you. Your oral health is an important part of your overall health; UT Dentistry is here to be a part of your cancer care team.


A cancer treatment restoration patient smiling with her daughter

Available Practices

The practices below offer this specialty care. Select a practice that best meets your budget and availability for appointments.

Prosthodontics: Resident Practice

Our clinic is served by dental-school graduates receiving advanced training. Fees may be lower than you'd pay at a private practice.

Average Cost: Fees average 60% of the cost of private practice

Appointment Time: Slightly longer than private practice

Education: Graduate dentists completing advanced training in Prosthodontics

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Prosthodontics: Faculty Practice

Our faculty are prosthodontists who repair and replace teeth with crowns, bridges, partial or complete dentures, veneers or implant restorations, allowing you to speak and chew comfortably and improve your appearance and self-confidence. Contact us to make an appointment with one of our specialists.

Average Cost: Equal to private practice

Appointment Time: Equal to private practice

Education: Specialists who also teach at the School of Dentistry

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UT Health San Antonio<br />
Dentistry 8210 Floyd Curl Drive San Antonio, TX 78229

UT Health San Antonio
Dentistry

8210 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229

210-450-3700

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