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Microfibre Cloths for Chemo Patients

​Good oral hygiene is essential during chemotherapy, however many patients become afflicted with multiple mouth ulcers. Whilst undergoing chemo, my mouth quickly became too sore to clean my teeth with even the softest baby's toothbrush. Toothpaste and bicarb soda further irritated the ulcers. In desperation, I discovered gently rubbing with microfibre cloths left my teeth feeling clean but was gentle to my gums. I cut a couple of cloths into nine smaller pieces and zig-zagged the edges with my sewing machine. I used a square each time I wanted to "clean" my teeth. The squares were easily washed and dried ready for re-use. As recommended, I also rinsed my mouth several times daily with a mild salt water. Microfibre cloths are also much gentler than face washers for your skin when going through chemo.
Contributed by Simone Button