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Operation For Squamous Cell Carcinoma Of Tongue Stage One Done. What Is The Best Method To Keep The Tongue Clean?
I WAS OPERATED UPON FOR SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA OF TONGUE STAGE ONE. I AM RECOVERING BUT NOT AWARE AS HOW TO KEEP MY TONGUE CLEAN AFTER SURGERY. I HAVE BEEN CAUTIONED NOT TO USE HARSH METHODS LESS IT AGGRAVATES THE HEALING SIDE. WHAT IS THE BEST METHOD TO KEEP MY TONGUE CLEAN WITHOUT DOING ANY DAMAGE. KIND GUIDE ME. THANKS
Fri, 28 Jun 2013
Hi there, Generally use of baby brushes are recommended for teeth and tongue cleaning. If coated tongue use of effervescent vitamin C tablet (one quarter will be fine) can be tried (Take is directly over tongue and let it dissolve in mouth). Vitamin C gargles can be also done. In case you see patches which might be infection take expert medical advise. Regards
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