Mr. Mike,

Welcome to OCF and congratulations on finishing your treatment! The OCF forum is a great place to find information and support, and for more information check out the OCF website. You�ve received a lot of good advice and it seems you were already on top of things.

Some folks had to have their teeth removed prior to RT. If you still have your teeth make sure you take extra care with them. A lot of us were told to continue to use the �fluoride trays� daily even after finishing radiation. Another suggestion is to use a water pik (lowest setting) to clean your mouth and teeth, and for dry mouth try Biotene products (toothpaste, mouthwash, etc.).

Yes, current research has shown that being HPV+ is a good thing!! cool

Best wishes and keep us posted! If you have any questions, just ask!

Susan

SCC R-Lateral tongue, T1N0M0
Age 47 at Dx, non-smoker, casual drinker, HPV-
Surgery: June 2005
RT: Feb-Apr 2006
HBOT: 45 in 2008; 30 in 2013; 30 in 2022 -> Total 105!
Recurrence/Surgeries: Jan & Apr 2010
Biopsy 2/2011: Moderate dysplasia
Surgery 4/2011: Mild dysplasia
Dental issues: 2013-2022 (ORN)