Dry Mouth Caused by Radiation and What We Can Do About It

Aryavarta Kumar, MD, PhD

This session is presented by Aryavarta Kumar, MD, PhD, a board certified radiation oncologist practicing in Cleveland Ohio. In this session, Dr. Kumar,  discusses dry mouth caused by radiation and what we can do.

Objectives:

  • Define Xerostomia (dry mouth)
  • Review Radiation for Head and Neck Cancer
  • Discuss Why Head and Neck Radiation Causes Xerostomia and Other Side Effects
  • Review Treatment Options for Xerostomia