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About Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer

Get an overview of cancers of the oral cavity (mouth cancer) and oropharynx (throat cancer) as well as the latest key statistics and research. 

Overview and Types

If you've been diagnosed with oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer or are worried about it, you likely have a lot of questions. Learning some basics is a good place to start. 

Research and Statistics

See the latest estimates for new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers in the US and what research is currently being done.