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Oral cancer starts in the mouth, also called the oral cavity.
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About Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal
Cancer
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.
What Are Or...
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New research suggests that several types of oral HPV, not just the high-risk HPV 16, may be associated with an increased risk of head and neck cancer.
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Staging is the process of finding out how far a cancer has spread.
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Survivors of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer are often worried about facing cancer again. Learn about the risk of second cancers after oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer here.
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After Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal
Cancer Treatment
Living as a Cancer Survivor
For many people, cancer treatment often raises questions about next steps as a
survivor.
Living as an Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer Survivor●
Cancer Concerns A...
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Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer
Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging
Detection and Diagnosis
Finding cancer early, when it's small and hasn't spread, often allows for more treatment
options. Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms th...
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Several operations are commonly used to treat oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers.
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Staging is the process of finding out how far cancer has spread. This the most important factor in determining prognosis and treatment options.
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Many pre-cancers and cancers of the oral cavity and oropharynx can be found early, during routine screening exams by a dentist, doctor, dental hygienist, or by self-exam.