Nanda Kishore Ghoshal

Consultant Prosthodontist, Kolkata, India

*Corresponding Author: Nanda Kishore Ghoshal, Consultant Prosthodontist, Kolkata, India.

Received: September 30, 2025; Published: October 01, 2025

Abstract

Radiation therapy is a prevalent treatment approach for head and neck cancer. Nevertheless, high-dose radiation therapy can lead to numerous side effects, including xerostomia, dysgeusia, dysphagia, mucositis, radiation caries, fibrosis, limited mouth opening, and candidiasis. Surgical procedures performed in irradiated areas may also lead to complications such as infections, delayed healing, and dehiscence. One of the most serious complications associated with radiation therapy is osteoradionecrosis (ORN), which may manifest during or after the treatment process. Specific

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Citation

Citation: Nanda Kishore Ghoshal. “Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Osteoradionecrosis of Jaw (ORNJ) Undergoing Radiation Therapy- A Perspective on Contemporary Understanding".Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.11 (2025): 01-03.

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