Comprehensive care for oral cancer — from detailed diagnosis and staging to surgical treatment, reconstruction, rehabilitation and long-term follow-up.
Oral cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the tissues of the mouth or throat. It can occur on the lips, tongue, gums, cheeks, floor of the mouth or roof of the mouth.
It may begin as a small lesion or sore that does not heal. Prompt evaluation and appropriate treatment are important when concerning symptoms persist.
Several factors can increase the risk of oral cancer.
Symptoms can vary depending on the location and extent of the disease.
Accurate diagnosis and staging help determine the extent of disease and guide an appropriate treatment strategy.
Indicates the size and extent of the primary tumor.
Describes involvement of lymph nodes in the neck.
Indicates whether cancer has spread to distant organs.
Clinical examination, CT, MRI, PET and biopsy may be used as part of evaluation.
Surgical treatment depends on the location and stage of the tumor. The goal is to remove cancerous tissue while preserving as much function and appearance as possible.
Removal of the tumor along with an appropriate margin of surrounding healthy tissue to achieve complete excision.
Removal of part or all of the tongue when cancer affects this important area.
Partial or complete removal of the jawbone when the cancer has invaded the mandible.
Removal of affected portions of the upper jaw, which may require reconstruction, prosthetics or grafts.
Removal of affected lymph nodes in the neck when required to manage possible spread of disease.
Reconstruction can play an important role after oral cancer surgery by helping restore function, appearance and quality of life.
Recovery continues after surgery. Appropriate postoperative support and long-term monitoring are important components of care.
Appropriate medication and monitoring to help control postoperative discomfort.
Proper care of surgical sites to support healing and reduce infection risk.
Dietary adjustments, including liquid or soft foods when required during recovery.
Follow-up appointments help monitor recovery, recurrence and any new growths.
Stopping tobacco and reducing alcohol intake can be important parts of long-term care.
Oral cancer treatment can affect appearance, speech and eating. Care therefore extends beyond the surgical procedure itself.
Changes in appearance, speech or eating ability can affect confidence and emotional wellbeing. Counseling and support groups can provide an important source of encouragement.
Oncologists, surgeons, nutritionists, rehabilitation professionals and mental-health professionals may work together to address both physical and emotional needs.
Clinical assessment and identification of concerning symptoms.
Imaging and biopsy may be used to establish diagnosis.
TNM staging helps understand the extent of disease.
Surgery and additional therapies may be planned as needed.
Rehabilitation, follow-up and long-term management.
If you have persistent oral symptoms or have been advised to undergo evaluation for oral cancer, seek professional medical assessment.
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