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J Family Med Prim Care. 2015 Jan- Mar;4(1):13-8.doi: 10.4103/2249-4863.152239.PMID: 25810982; PMCID: PMC4366984. cancer. 14 It is recommended for pre-teens but can also be given through the mid-20s. Medical-dental integration is evident in all areas of care for patients. This collaboration should take root in education, academics and clinical practice, which affect public health communities in general. 15 Historical barriers, such as separate medical and dental educa- tion tracks, have resulted in a disconnect re- lating oral health association to overall health. Primary healthcare approach contains three elements according to the World Health Or- ganization. 16 These include meeting people’s health needs throughout their lives, address- ing determinants of health through policy and action and empowering people to take charge of their own health. 17 This approach fits both the medical and dental professions, as it does with so many other healthcare professions. All healthcare providers must treat in the best interest of the patient. This series of ar- ticles cites multiple rationales and makes compelling justifications for the medical and dental professions to work collaboratively. This treatment mode of working together in collaboration increases access to care, aligns health equity, treats preventively and pro- motes a patient-centered care model, which results in healthier lives. n after patients undergo these life-saving ther- apies. First and foremost is to obtain good oral health status by seeking dental treat- ment before any of these therapies begin. Ridding the mouth of any disease or potential infection is essential. Fluoride trays should be used for orofacial cancers, especially for patients receiving radiation therapy. 13 During treatment, good oral hygiene must be main- tained, and making the patient comfortable is key. Mucositis is very painful and managed with various rinses and mouthwashes that contain anesthetics. Artificial saliva prod- ucts help in mastication and swallowing food. Saliva provides moisture for the dry intraoral tissues and aids in preventing ir- ritation, which can lead to infection. Apply- ing topical oral ointments, observing a soft diet, and avoiding use of alcohol or tobacco products should be strictly followed. After treatment, topical fluorides, fluoride rinses and many widely available oral aids are used to ease discomfort. 13 Follow-up dental care, including any reconstruction due to surgery or complication of therapies, can be done after healing is complete. The good news is that treatment advances have prolonged the lives of thousands. Apar- ticularly exciting one is the HPV vaccine. It protects against infections that can lead to six types of cancer including oropharyngeal “ Organ transplants, osteoporosis, cardiac surgery and multiple types of cancer therapies necessitate a positive dental clearance letter. ”