Treatment For Oral Cancer
As mentioned, early detection is key and lends itself to a high survival rate. During a routine checkup of your teeth and gums, your dentist will also visually check your lips and face for signs of oral cancer, as well as the top and underside of your tongue. These tests are quick and painless and should be done every six months.
If your dentist is suspicious of a cancer, treatment most often involves using a combination of therapies, such as giving radiation therapy and chemotherapy together. These treatments are most effective in the early stages, as it becomes more difficult to isolate and treat if it has spread to other areas.