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Radiation is a primary medical treatment received by cancer survivors, which can lead to long-term bowel or bladder complications as noted in [1] and [2]. Furthermore, radiation to the head or neck necessitates specific dental care protocols for these survivors, as described in [3], [4], and [5].
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procedureCancer survivors should consult their dentist and radiation oncologist before undergoing dental or gum surgery, as dentists generally advise against pulling teeth from areas that received radiation.