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Yes, get as much Biotene mouthwash, toothpaste, and they have an extra soft toothbruch that I think is great. USE them 2,3 or 4 times a day. I have one in everyth bathroom so it's convenient, and I have no excuses not to brush or gargle. I was able to use all of them through my chemo treatment which also created mouth sores. (The Mouthwash and Toothpaste you can get in the Giant grocery store).

There is also special denture cream available on the web, if he needs it.

As other posters have mention, get him to eat as much as possible now. Put on the weight as it'll help his stamina throughout the process.

Get a nutritionist (which should be part of the team) or at least the hospital will give you a name of one. There are also very good books you can find on Amazon concerning cancer diets.

In addition to Ensure, Boost, Carnation Instant Breakfast, you can also make smoothies with haalthy ingredients.

Some people have creamed there food, such as spinach and broculi, and were able to put it through the feeding tube. Some mixers work and some don't totaly geat the lumps out.

Keeping you father hydrated (Vitamin water is great), and nurished, and for him to have a great attitude will pull you through this difficulty.

Also, there are some exercises he should do with his tongue and neck to keep them mobile. See if the hospital will refer you to a physical therapist. However, if you want, I can send you my info sheet my dentist gave to me. Just let me know.

Good Luck
Sandy S.

Good Luck
Sandy S.