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Oral Cavity Cancer

Overview and Facts about Oral Cavity Cancer

Oral cavity cancer is any kind of cancer that begins in the mouth. The oral cavity can include the following areas:

  • Floor of the mouth
  • Front two-thirds of the tongue
  • Gums
  • Inner lining of the cheeks
  • Lips
  • Roof of the mouth
  • Teeth

Overall, oral cavity cancer is relatively common, as this collection of diseases make up three percent of all new cancer diagnoses in the United States.

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