Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
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Oral cancer is the growth of cancerous (malignant) cells in the mouth. Oral cancer, also called oral cavity cancer or mouth cancer, makes up about 85% of cancers classified as head and neck cancer.
At the Henry Ford Cancer Institute, our expert cancer specialists have years of experience diagnosing and treating oral cancer. Our highly skilled team – including physicians, nurses, speech pathologists and dentists, when necessary – provides each patient with personalized care and support.
At our center, you will find:
More than 48,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer in the United States each year. Oral cancer occurs twice as often in men as in women. Most people diagnosed with oral cancer are over age 40, although it is becoming more common in younger people.
Most people who are diagnosed with oral cancer have one or more of the following risk factors:
Many people do not notice oral cancer at first because it does not have any obvious initial symptoms. Often times, it begins as a small sore in the mouth, including the gums, lips, tongue, throat or tonsils.
Common symptoms include:
If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to schedule an appointment with an experienced head and neck cancer specialist for an accurate diagnosis.
We offer oral cancer screening to help detect cancer early and when it is highly treatable. If we suspect you may have oral cancer, we perform comprehensive diagnostic tests to confirm the diagnosis.
The first step in oral cancer diagnosis is a physical examination. Your doctor will look for bumps, sores, or abnormal areas inside your mouth as well as on your neck, face, or head. We may also order one of the following tests:
Part of oral cancer diagnosis is identifying the cancer’s stage, or the size of the cancer and whether it has spread. Understanding the stage helps doctors choose the best treatment option for you. Learn more about oral cancer treatment.
Physicians consider all aspects of the cancer to classify it in one of four stages:
Contact the cancer team 24/7 by calling
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