From mouth sores to bad breath, the side effects of chemotherapy can be really hard on people’s smiles. That’s because, while fighting cancer cells, chemotherapy damages healthy cells in the mouth and reduces the body’s ability to fight bacteria, fungi and viruses. Additionally, chemotherapy thins the lining inside the mouth, increasing the chance of infection.
Highlights
- Dental Hygienist with 13 years of experience in the dental health industry
- On the board of the Dental Hygiene Study Club
- Specializes in family dentistry, endodontic, periodontics and especially, oral surgery
Experience
Nichole Cheroke RDH, BS, AS is our Dental Division Leader. She has 13 years experience as a dental hygienist. With specialties in family dentistry, endodontic, periodontics and especially, oral surgery.
For 13 years, Nichole has worked for one of the best periodontists in the nation, Dr. Lauralee Nygaard. She is also on the board of the Dental Hygiene Study Club and receives continued education every year.
Nichole’s core passion is around optimum healing and overall health in oral care. For the past 10 years, Nichole has seen first hand how Oxyfresh products benefit her patients recovering from surgery. It speeds up healing time and she notices a huge difference between patients who use Oxyfresh and those that don’t.
A Word From Nichole Cheroke, RDH, BS, AS
My passion is in helping patients achieve optimum health. I’ve applied Oxyfresh products with my patients over the last 10 years. The results are amazing. I’m incredibly excited to join Oxyfresh and help share how powerful this dental care line is for everyone.
About Oxyfresh
Born from the idea that real dental care doesn’t need to cut corners, our products are made with only the best ingredients that science and Mother Nature have to offer.
We don’t use harsh alcohol or artificial dyes that can stain teeth. Just ingredients you can always feel good about. That’s our promise.
Too many companies make claims and don’t deliver just to get the sale. That is not what we are about. We have been helping people and their pets live happier, healthier lives for more than 30 years. We are grateful, humbled and encouraged by our loyal fans who chose to purchase our incredible products. The consistent and growing demand for Oxyfresh inspires us to be more creative and dedicated in our mission.
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