Oral Care (Mouth Care)
Guideline and Algorithm
These algorithms help healthcare professionals assess and appropriately manage a patient's cancer-related oral care.
Dysguesia Algorithm Dysphagia Algorithm Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Oral Care Algorithm Bacterial Infections Algorithm Fungal Infections Algorithm Viral Infections Algorithm Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Algorithm Mucositis Algorithm Stomatitis Algorithm Trismus Algorithm Xerostomia and Salivary Hypofunction Algorithm Patient Guides
People with cancer may have mouth problems before, during or after cancer treatment. These documents can be used by patients, family members, friends or caregivers. They do not replace advice from your healthcare team.
Cancer Drug Side Effect Sheet
The cancer drug side effect sheet offers quick tips for people with mouth problems related to chemotherapy. Review it with your healthcare team.
Symptom Guide
The patient symptom guide is available in 6 languages. It will help you understand cancer-related mouth problems and how to manage them.
Recommended Resources
Oral health tips and information on finding a dentist
Free service for contacting a dietician, and nutrition tips and recipes
Information from the BC Cancer Agency
Information from the Canadian Cancer Society
Tips from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
Info sheet from the National Cancer Institute