Individuals with the highest risk for developing cancer-therapy-induced oral complications are those who undergo which of the following?

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Radiation therapy of the head and neck is associated with a high risk of developing oral complications due to the direct exposure of oral tissues to radiation, which can damage salivary glands, mucosa, and bone, leading to dry mouth, mucositis, and an increased risk of dental caries and osteoradionecrosis.

Individuals with the Highest Risk for Developing Cancer-Therapy-Induced Oral Complications