quit smoking or chewing tobacco have fewer mouth problems.
to help keep your mouth clean, rinse often with 1/4 teaspoon of salt or 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 cup (8 ounces) of warm water. follow with plain water rinse. ask your cancer care team about medicines that can help with the pain.
brush your teeth after meals and before bedtime. your dentist might have you put fluoride gel on your teeth to help prevent cavities.
take a moment each day to check how your mouth looks and feels.
you first notice a mouth problem.
an old problem gets worse.
you notice any changes you’re not sure about. 