Dental care -treatment side effects

Hi,

I’m on tablet based chemo (sunitinib) and have noticed recently that regular toothpaste seems to have my mouth feel like it’s on fire.

Can anyone suggest which type of toothpaste is best to use in the interim? 

Thanks

jeanette

xx

  • I went to my dentist before I started chemotherapy and they were very helpful.  They even have printed helpful hints which have been really useful.

    Curacept is the name of the toothpaste.  I also have a very soft toothbrush, like a baby one but bigger, that I bought online and I have been given special mouthwash when I get my bag of pharmacy ‘goodies’ after my chemo.  But you can buy that at the chemist too. 

    This problem is very common I understand.  I also get dry lips - Vaseline is good.

    Hope this helps.  Good luck with it all.