34^th American Dentistry Congress

Oral Cancer, Oral Oncology and its Complications

Oral cancer or mouth cancer is the lining of the lips, mouth, or upper throat. Oral Cancer can occur anywhere in the mouth. Oral Oncology means treating of Oral tumors.  Removal of tumor through surgery involves taking out the tumor and a margin of healthy tissues around it. Treatment is based on the type of tumor. If it is small tumor it requires minor surgery whereas the large tumor requires the jaw or the tongue to be removed along with tumors. Surgical complications include eating problems, Speaking problems, and food going in wrong way leading to the lung diseases. This session discusses about different stages and tests involved in diagnosing cancer and preventive measures for it. Treatment depends on the type and location of the tumor. Common treatment options include: