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The Connection between Sexually Transmitted HPV and Oral Cancer

The statistics regarding the link between sexually transmitted HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) and oral cancer are extremely worrying.

Common Etiological Factors for Oral Cancers



Oral cancer has become a scourge in today’s world. According to the World Health Organization, oropharyngeal cancer is the eleventh most common cancer in the world. Nearly 39,400 people were estimated to be diagnosed with oral cancer in 2011 in the US alone, as per the SEER Stat Fact Sheet on the Cancer of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx.

Oral Cancer Detection Methods via a Nanobiochip



Oral cancer detection methods are now expanding thanks to the creation of a nanobiochip. This new chip is capable of examining specimens collected from biopsies of oral cancer lesions. The chip can detect cancer cells with a very good success rate and it is as accurate as measures that are more invasive.

Study to Determine True Cost of Oral Cancer

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry and three healthcare partners are working together to determine the true cost-burden of oral cancer.

5 Steps to Good Oral Health



Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and premature and low weight babies.

Oral Cancer Facts and Myths

Oral cancer is a cancer that begins in the mouth or the throat at the back of the mouth, called the oropharynx. An oral cancer can appear anywhere in the oral cavity, including the lips, the lining of the mouth, under the tongue, the tongue, the gums, the area behind the wisdom teeth, the back of the throat, the tonsils, and the roof of the mouth.

Mouthwash May Increase Risk Of Oral Cancer



Mouthwashes containing alcohol can cause oral cancer and should be removed from supermarket shelves, a dental health study claims. Scientists say there is now “sufficient evidence” that such mouthwashes contribute to an increased risk of the disease.