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Cancer of the lip and oral cavity is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the tissues of the lip or mouth. The oral cavity includes the front two thirds of the tongue, the upper and lower gums (the gingiva), the lining of the inside of the cheeks and lips (the buccal mucosa), the bottom (floor) of the mouth under the tongue, the bony top of the mouth (the hard palate), and the small area behind the wisdom teeth (the retromolar trigone). 
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The gingiva, or gums, consist of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone. Gingiva is considered as extensions of the skin, which, through evolution, have become mucous membranes. The gingiva are naturally transparent. They are rendered red in color because of the blood flowing through them. The gingiva are connected to the teeth and bone through the periodontium. ...
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Oral Cancer as related to Gums
- oral cancer health guide - university of maryland medicine
Oral cancer is cancer found in the oral cavity (the mouth area) and the oropharynx (the ... The oral cavity includes the following: the lips, teeth, and gums ...
- Oral cancer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Oral cancer is any cancerous tissue growth located in the mouth. ... floor of the mouth, cheek lining, gingiva (gums), or palate (roof of the mouth) ...
- Oral Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Treatment
Oral cancers can be life threatening if not diagnosed and treated early. ... times more likely to develop cancers of the cheek, gums and lining of the lips. ...
- What Is Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer
How cancer of the lip and oral cavity is treated ... Upper gums and hard palate cancer. Stage II Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer. Lip cancer. Tongue cancer ...
- Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is estimated to be diagnosed in almost 28,260 US adults in 2004, ... The oral cavity includes: the lips, teeth, and gums ...
- Oral Cancer
Oral cancers can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated early. ... times more likely to develop cancers of the cheek, gums, and lining of the lips. ...
- Head and Neck Cancers
Head and neck cancer information and resources. ... oral self-exam by using a mirror to look for changes in the color of the gums, ...
- Oral Cancer
The facts about oral cancer (signs, symptoms and factors) ... A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, or lining of the mouth; ...
- Oral Cancer
important information to help people with oral cancer ... for the teeth, gums, and oral tissues. Endoscope (EN-dah-skope): A thin, lighted tube used ...
- Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer Treatment - National Cancer Institute
... reviewed information summary about the treatment of lip and oral cavity cancer. ... If cancer is in the upper gingiva (gums) or the hard palate (the roof of the ...
- Smoking: A Danger to Healthy Gums
Tobacco's greatest threat to your health may be its link to oral cancer. Smoking also increases your risk of gum disease and reduces the success of many dental ...
- Oral Cancer - Consumer Dental Encyclopedia - 1-800-DENTIST
Oral cancer - Are you at risk for oral cancer? Get the facts here. Early detection of oral cancer can save your life.
- Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is estimated to be diagnosed in almost 35,310 US adults in 2008, ... a white or red patch on the gums, tongue, or lining of mouth ...
- Oral Cancer - The Important Oral Cancer Exam
Includes articles on oral healthcare such as non-surgical gum ... More than 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer each year. ...
- Oral Cancer - New York Presbyterian Hospital
Oral cancer, which can be deadly, is diagnosed in more than 30,000 Americans ... The oral cavity includes: the lips, teeth, and gums ...
- Cancer Of Gums
A web site covering everything on oral cancer ... Gingival or Alveolar carcinoma is common in ... Quit Tobacco Habit, Save Your Precious Life. Cancer of Gums ...
- Delta Dental
Home Dental Care : Oral Cancer Screenings ... the tongue, floor of the mouth and the soft palate. But oral cancer may also be found on the lips, cheeks or gums. ...
- Oral Cavity Cancer | Your Cancer Today
... signs of lip and oral cavity cancer include a sore or lump ... The oral cavity includes the following: The front two thirds of the tongue. The gingiva (gums) ...
- Oral Cancer Exam
Oral cancer can be deadly lurking somewhere on the lips, the gums, the linings ... More than 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer each year. ...
- How to Treat Oral Cancer | eHow.com
How to article - how to treat oral cancer. Oral cancer is a type of cancer that can manifest on the lips, mouth, tongue, gums and the glands that produce saliva...
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