39 Mandibular Dentures in Head and Neck Cancer Patients 2 Conclusions Irradiated edentulous patients seem to benefit from implant-retained prosthesis in the mandible, especially with respect to prostheses retention. Men appear to benefit more from IODs than women. Mandibular surgery has a negative influence on denture satisfaction. From the standpoint of prosthetic rehabilitation, any operation that changes the anatomical structure of the mandible has to be avoided. This demand is difficult to practice as todays oncologic studies still present high rates of T3 and T4 cancers of the oropharyngeal region affecting the jaw. The only means of achieving this goal is prevention and education through better information for patients and professionals concerning premalignant lesions and early cancer treatment to avoid mutilating operations.
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