Medical & Oncology Oral Care
Dental care when you need a little more care.
Specialised oral care before, during and after cancer treatment and for patients with complex medical needs.
Gentle. Personalised. Carefully coordinated with your medical care when needed.
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If you are going through cancer treatment or living with a medical condition that affects your oral health, visiting the dentist can feel like one more thing to worry about.
At Dentique, we want it to feel different. Our Medical & Oncology Oral Care service provides gentle, carefully planned dental care for patients who may need additional support before, during or after medical treatment.
You don’t need to know what dental treatment you need before you come to us.
Tell us what you are going through. We will listen, assess your oral health and help you understand the next steps.
Why your mouth may need additional care
Cancer treatment and certain medical conditions or medications can affect your mouth, teeth and gums. Sometimes there may be no symptoms, but dental treatment still needs to be planned differently.
That is why we take additional time with these appointments.
- Dry or uncomfortable mouth
- Sensitive teeth or gums
- Mouth ulcers, soreness or changes in taste
- Bleeding gums or increased risk of decay
- Difficulty eating or wearing dentures
- Infections or slower healing
- Oral changes you are unsure are normal
Before cancer treatment
If possible, we recommend having your mouth and teeth assessed before chemotherapy, radiotherapy or other cancer treatment begins. The purpose is not unnecessary dental treatment—it is to identify problems that could become harder to manage once medical treatment has started.
We can assess:
- Teeth, restorations, decay, infection or broken teeth
- Gums, plaque control and periodontal health
- Mouth and soft tissues, with a baseline check
- Dentures, bridges and implants for cleanliness, comfort and trauma
- Individual oral-health risks related to diagnosis, planned treatment and medication
With your permission, we can communicate with your oncologist, haematologist or medical consultant so your dental and medical care work together.
During cancer treatment
Your mouth may change during treatment. Some patients experience very few problems; others develop dryness, sensitivity, ulcers, taste changes or difficulty maintaining their usual oral-hygiene routine.
We can support you throughout this period with:
- Gentle oral examinations
- Hygiene, prevention and monitoring
- Dry-mouth support
- Assessment of ulcers or painful areas
- Denture adjustments
- Monitoring for oral infection
- Appropriate treatment of dental problems
- Personalised oral-care advice
We will always consider your current medical treatment before a dental procedure. Sometimes the safest decision is to postpone treatment; sometimes a dental problem needs prompt attention. We will explain which applies to you.
After treatment
Finishing cancer treatment does not necessarily mean that your mouth immediately returns to how it was before. Some effects can continue for months or longer.
Dry mouth can significantly increase the risk of dental decay. Patients who have received certain treatments involving the head, neck or jaws may require particular precautions for future dental procedures.
We can continue to look after your oral health with a personalised long-term prevention and review programme.
Extra care, not extra worry.
We listen first. We review your medical treatment and medications, carefully examine your mouth, and explain what we find in clear language.
We only recommend dental care appropriate for your situation. When information from your medical team is needed, we help coordinate it.
You should not feel that you have to work everything out yourself.
Your Personal Oral Care Plan
- Brushing and toothbrush selection
- Individual fluoride protection
- Personalised gum and interdental care
- Dry-mouth and mouth-comfort support
- Dentures and implants: cleaning, comfort and monitoring
- Professional hygiene and personalised reviews
No two patients receive exactly the same plan.
Calm, personal care in a welcoming clinic.
A private, reassuring environment where we take time to listen and plan every appointment carefully.
Your dental care doesn’t happen in isolation.
With your permission, Dentique may communicate with your oncologist, haematologist, medical consultant or hospital team. This can be important when medication affects immunity, bleeding, bone healing or recovery.
Our aim is to make your dental care a supportive part of your overall healthcare.
Who can we help?
- People preparing for or receiving cancer treatment
- Patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted therapy
- People preparing for or recovering from haematological or stem-cell treatment
- Patients receiving or previously treated with head and neck radiotherapy
- People taking certain cancer or osteoporosis medicines that may affect the jaw
- Patients with significant dry mouth or a systemic condition that makes routine care more complex
Preparing for your first appointment
Please bring, if available:
- A list of current medications
- The name of your diagnosis or condition
- Details of current or planned treatment
- Your oncologist, haematologist or consultant’s name
- Any relevant recent medical letters
Don’t worry if you don’t have everything.
Come and speak with us first.
When should I contact the dentist urgently?
Please contact us promptly if you develop new facial or dental swelling, significant toothache, persistent bleeding, severe mouth pain or ulceration, difficulty eating or drinking, exposed bone, a wound that is not healing, or a sudden unexplained change in your mouth.
If you are systemically unwell, have a fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or your oncology team has instructed you to report signs of infection urgently, follow your hospital’s emergency instructions immediately.
Clear, supportive pricing
No unexpected treatment. No pressure. Just a clear plan for looking after your oral health.
Initial Medical & Oncology Oral Care Consultation — €150
Includes medical history review, oral and dental assessment, personalised prevention plan, appropriate imaging where required, and communication with your medical team when clinically necessary.
Supportive follow-up appointments during treatment from €75.
Any dental treatment required will be discussed and quoted separately before proceeding.
Refer a patient to Dentique
Use our professional referral portal for patients who need specialised oral care before, during or after cancer treatment, or whose medical condition makes routine dental care more complex.
Please do not use this form for a medical emergency. Airway compromise, severe systemic illness, uncontrolled bleeding, fever with suspected infection or severe dehydration must follow the appropriate hospital or emergency pathway.
Not sure which appointment you need?
You do not need to decide yourself. Contact us, tell us briefly that you are looking for Medical & Oncology Oral Care, and our team will guide you. Detailed medical information will be collected through the clinic’s appropriate private clinical process.
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