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What is Oral/Mouth Cancer?

As with other forms of cancer, the direct cause of mouth cancer is not yet clear. Research continues on many fronts to find the key to why cells in various organs and tissues of the body begin a pattern of uncontrolled growth (i.e. become cancerous). With mouth cancers, however, we do know that there are several factors that contribute significantly to their development.  Smoking tobacco products -- especially pipes and cigars (but ANY tobacco products can cause cancer!)  Chewing Tabacco, Snuff, Alcohol, poor oral hygiene, (brushing teeth twice a day) Exposure to sunlight.

Cancer of the mouth (oral cancer) includes cancers on the lips, gums, tongue, salivary glands and the roof or floor of the mouth.  Cancer cells growing in these areas of the mouth may spread to the lymph nodes in the neck and into the jaw bones. Early detection and treatment are extremely important for the current forms of treatment to be most effective.  Any lump, sore, ulcer or discolored spot in the mouth that does not go away in 2-3 weeks should be assessed by a doctor. Symptoms such as persistent sore throats, sores under dentures, difficulty chewing or swallowing or a lump on the neck also require medical evaluation. 

Cancer Group Mouth/Oral
British Dental Health Foundation
Mouth Cancer