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The Oral Cancer Foundation
oral cancer information and resources for both the public, health care professionals and care givers.
http://www.oralcancerfoundation.org/

Extractions: The Oral Cancer Foundation is a national public service, non-profit entity designed to reduce suffering and save lives through prevention, education, research, advocacy, and support. Oral cancer is the largest category of those cancers which fall into the head and neck cancer category. Common names for it include such things as mouth cancer, tongue cancer, and throat cancer. Each year in the US, approximately 30,000 people are newly diagnosed with oral cancer. If you add the sub category of laryngeal cancers, the rates of occurrence (about 10,000 additional new cases per year) and death are significantly higher. However, when found early, oral cancers have an 80 to 90 % cure rate. Unfortunately at this time, the majority are found as latter stage cancers, accounting for the very high death rate. This site will provide you with information about the rates of occurrence, risk factors which lead to oral cancer, treatments, current research, and current oral cancer related news. A patient / survivor forum is open to the public where those currently fighting oral cancer can gain insights and inspiration from those who have been there before them. A comprehensive resource list is also available to link you to other pertinent oral cancer data on the web and elsewhere for patients, caregivers, and the public.
Oral Cancer Info
oral cancer Site includes self exam,links to resources, and information about the new non surgical,highly accurate brush biopsy.
http://www.stevedds.com/oral.htm

Extractions: VOLUNTEER DENTAL PROJECT (AND THESE KIDS!) NEED YOUR HELP! ...CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT HOW Steven R. Pohlhaus, DDS, FAGD Home Laser Dentistry One Hour Whitening Esthetic Dentistry ... Mouth Ulcers, Cold Sores, ETC [ Oral Cancer Info ] TMJ Disorders Bruxism(Teeth Grinding) Halitosis (Bad Breath) Dental Prevention ... Dry Mouth Info Website Web www.stevedds.com What Does FAGD Stand For After Your General Dentist's Name? All our patients get an oral cancer screening at each check up. All suspicious lesions are followed up and biopsied with the new OralCDx system . This innovative procedure results in nearly 100 percent accurate biopsy with no incision whatsoever. A brush is used to collect the sample, which is reviewed by an oral pathologist and a high speed computer reader. Early detection of oral cancer is the key to curing this disease. Oral cancer is as common as leukemia and kills more Americans each year than either skin or cervical cancer. Patients with oral cancer have a poor prognosis, and the 5-year survival rate of approximately 50% has remained unchanged for the past 50 years. Perhaps the single most important reason for this is the fact that oral cancers continue to be diagnosed in advanced stages. Research studies have repeatedly demonstrated that the survival rate for oral cancer patients increases dramatically when the diagnosis is established in early stages. Below are some links useful for those interested in oral cancer issues. Go to the bottom of the page for a handy oral cancer self exam.
Oral Cancer Self Examination
You are at a higher risk for developing oral cancer if To perform the oral cancer self examination, just follow these 7 easy steps.
http://www.umanitoba.ca/outreach/wisdomtooth/exam.htm
Bergen Oral Cancer Group
Research center at the University of Bergen in Norway that focuses on the biology and causes of this condition.
http://oralcancer.uib.no
Oral Cancer Consortium :: Home
Outlines information, screenings and resources related to the member entities as located in the New Jersey and New York areas.
http://www.oral-cancer.org/
Oral Health Resources - Oral Cancer Overview
General information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
http://www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/topics/cancer.htm

Extractions: Oral Cancer Each year, more than 30,000 new cases of cancer of the oral cavity and pharynx are diagnosed and over 8,000 deaths due to oral cancer occur. The 5-year survival rate for these cancers is only about 50 percent. Mortality from oral cancer is nearly twice as high in some minorities (especially black males) as it is in whites. Methods used to treat oral cancers (surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy) are disfiguring and costly. Preventing high risk behaviors, that include cigarette, cigar or pipe smoking, use of smokeless tobacco, and excessive use of alcohol are critical in preventing oral cancers. Early detection is key to increasing the survival rate for these cancers. Chronic Disease Notes and Reports: Improving National Cancer Control
The Oral Cancer Foundation
oral cancer information and resources for both the public, health care professionals and care givers.
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Start Here - Oral Cancer Foundation
Credible and current comprehensive oral cancer information from the oral cancer Foundation, including types of cancer, cancer treatment options,
http://www.oralcancerfoundation.org/enter.htm
Oral Cancer Self Examination
oral cancer Self Examination
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MedlinePlus: Oral Cancer
From the National Institutes of Health; Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer (PDQ) Treatment Prevention/Screening; oral cancer (National Institute of Dental and
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/oralcancer.html

Extractions: Also available in: Spanish What You Need to Know about Oral Cancer (National Cancer Institute) Overviews Cancerous Growths Detailed Guide: Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer (American Cancer Society) Oral and Throat Cancer (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Oral Cancer Facts (Oral Cancer Foundation) Also available in: Spanish Diagnosis/Symptoms Oral Cancer Exam (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research) - Links to PDF Prevention/Screening Oral Cancer (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research) - Links to PDF Oral Cancer (PDQ): Screening (National Cancer Institute) Oral Cancer: How to Protect Yourself (American Dental Association) - Links to PDF Related Issues Cigarette Smoking and Cancer: Questions and Answers (National Cancer Institute)
MedlinePlus Oral Cancer
oral cancer
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Oral Cancer
oral cancer involves abnormal, malignant tissue growth in the mouth. Oral or mouth cancer most commonly involves the tissue of the lips or the tongue.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001035.htm

Extractions: @import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Throat anatomy Mouth anatomy Alternative names Return to top Cancer - mouth; Mouth cancer; Head and neck cancer; Squamous cell cancer - mouth Definition Return to top Oral cancer involves abnormal, malignant tissue growth in the mouth. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Oral or mouth cancer most commonly involves the tissue of the lips or the tongue. It may also occur on the floor of the mouth, cheek lining, gingiva (gums), or palate (roof of the mouth). Most oral cancers look very similar under the microscope and are called squamous cell carcinomas . These are malignant and tend to spread rapidly. Smoking and other tobacco use are associated with 70-80% of oral cancer cases. Smoke and heat from cigarettes, cigars, and pipes irritate the mucous membranes of the mouth. Use of chewing tobacco or snuff causes irritation from direct contact with the mucous membranes. Heavy alcohol use is another high-risk activity associated with oral cancer.
Quit Smoking Cessation Support Nicotine Addiction
Spit Tobacco is as dangerous as smoking from the About.com Guide
http://quitsmoking.about.com/health/quitsmoking/library/weekly/aa042699.htm?iam=
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Oral Cancer
oral cancer involves abnormal, malignant tissue growth in the mouth. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top
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** Support For People With Oral And Head And Neck Cancer **
SPOHNC, Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer A resource for patients and caregivers for head and neck cancer. Products, links
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Mouth Cancer Awareness UK Mouth Cancer Patient Information Forum
The RDOC Mouth Cancer web site is a notfor-profit web site that aims to help patients and dentists find free information on mouth, oral, throat and
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ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Oral Cancer
This page provides current information about oral cancer as it relates to the public.
http://www.ada.org/public/topics/cancer_oral.asp

Extractions: Overview The Importance of Early Detection Your dentist has recent good news about progress against cancer. It is now easier than ever to detect oral cancer early, when the opportunity for a cure is great. Currently only half of all patients diagnosed with oral cancer survive more than five years. Your dentist has the skills and tools to ensure that early signs of cancer and pre-cancerous conditions are identified. You and your dentist can fight and win the battle against oral cancer.
American Oral Cancer Clinic, Caring For Patients With Oral Cancer
oral cancer, throat cancer, tongue cancer, lip, larynx, tongue, oral cavity, oropharynx, paranasal sinuses, cervical esophagus, neural tumors
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ADA.org: Dental Topics: Oral Cancer
This page provides current information on oral cancer as it relates to dental professionals.
http://www.ada.org/prof/resources/topics/cancer.asp

Extractions: Overview Oral Cancer Campaign In June 2003, the ADA launched a campaign urging dentists to examine patients for signs of early oral cancer. Approximately 30,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed each year in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, oral cancer occurs almost as frequently as leukemia and claims almost as many lives as melanoma cancer. Routine, careful examination of patients is appropriate and necessary. This can easily be achieved during a regular dental visit. The stage at which an oral cancer is diagnosed is critical to the course of the disease. When detected at its earliest stage, oral cancer is more easily treated and cured. When detected late, the overall five-year survival rate is about 50%. The campaign was featured at the ADA's Annual Session in San Francisco in October 2003, and ran through January 2004. The ADA worked with state and local dental societies to promote education and awareness among its members. The effort featured a series of activities targeted to dentists, dental schools, patients and consumers. Return to Top
Detecting Oral Cancer The Extraoral Examination
Demonstration of a less obvious aspect of the search for oral cancer.
http://www.tambcd.edu/oralexam/exam01.htm

Extractions: Index Warning Signs Risk Factors What You Can Do ... Oral Exam The extraoral assessment includes an inspection of the face, head, and neck. The face, ears, and neck are observed, noting any asymmetry or changes on the skin such as crusts, fissuring, growths, and/or color change. The regional lymph node areas are bilaterally palpated to detect any enlarged nodes, and if detected, their mobility and consistency. A recommended order of examination includes these regions: Preauricular Submandibular Anterior Cervical Posterior Auricular Posterior Cervical Page maintained by Art Upton, art@tambcd.edu Baylor College of Dentistry . Updated:

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