Tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and poor oral hygiene are all major risk factors for developing oral cancer.

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common type of oral cancer, accounting for about 90% of all cases.

Common symptoms of oral cancer include a sore or ulcer that does not heal, a lump or thickening in the mouth or throat, difficulty swallowing, and hoarseness.

Oral cancer is diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, biopsy, and imaging tests.

The treatment options for oral cancer depend on the stage of the cancer and may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.

The prognosis for oral cancer depends on the stage of the cancer at the time of diagnosis. If detected early, the prognosis is generally favorable, but if detected late, the prognosis is generally poor.

Quitting tobacco use, limiting alcohol consumption, maintaining good oral hygiene, and eating a healthy diet are all ways to reduce the risk of developing oral cancer.

The recommended frequency for oral cancer screenings is every year, especially for individuals who are at high risk for developing the disease.

Individuals who smoke, drink heavily, have poor oral hygiene, or have a family history of oral cancer are all at high risk for developing the disease.

Oral cancer can occur in any part of the mouth, but the most common sites are the tongue, floor of the mouth, gums, and cheeks.

The most common symptom of oral cancer is a sore or ulcer that does not heal. This sore may be painful or painless and may bleed easily.

The treatment for oral cancer depends on the stage of the cancer and may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.

The prognosis for oral cancer depends on the stage of the cancer at the time of diagnosis. If detected early, the prognosis is generally favorable, but if detected late, the prognosis is generally poor.

Quitting tobacco use, limiting alcohol consumption, maintaining good oral hygiene, and eating a healthy diet are all ways to prevent oral cancer.