Why is the treatment of local recurrence such a challenge? 

Permanent xerostomia is a problem, as it may lead to:

For retromolar trigone lesions, prophylactic neck RT is critical. 

Lesions of the buccal mucosa drain primarily to level ___ lymph nodes.

Locally advanced disease of the ___ present with dysphagia and weight loss.

______ cancer most commonly produces otalgia.

The main imaging modality for H&N cancer is MRI w/ contrast. 

The posterior cervical lymph nodes are classified as level ___ lymph nodes. 

What are four oral hygiene recommendations for a head and neck patient undergoing RT? 

List six potential side effects that a patient undergoing radiation therapy to the head and neck may experience.