Mouth cancer can occur anywhere within the oral cavity including lips, tongue, gums, inner side of the cheeks, top of the mouth and behind the last teeth. When a mouth ulcer does not heal even after 3 weeks, it may indicate development of mouth cancer. Smoking, drinking alcohol and chewing tobacco are some factors that increase the risk of mouth cancer. Treatment depends on its type and progression. Surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are presently used for its treatment.
On World Health Day 2026, experts highlight how early oral cancer detection by dentists can improve survival rates and prevent serious complications through timely diagnosis.
Early-stage oral cancer often develops without pain, leading to delayed diagnosis. Understand why symptoms go unnoticed and how early detection can improve treatment outcomes.
Mouth cancer affects 1 in every 50 adults in India. Doctors warn that ignoring persistent tongue blisters could mean missing the first signs of this deadly disease.
Delhi's cancer burden is expected to rise by over 23% by 2026, high tobacco usage is largely to blame. Be aware of the tobacco-related cancers.
Lack of awareness about early oral cancer symptoms is the main reason for cancer being detected at later stages. Below are signs and symptoms of mouth cancer to watch out for.
ICMR in its report on the 'Burden of cancers in India', has listed seven cancers which account for more than 40 per cent of the total disease burden. Take a look at the breakup:
In this video, Dr. Hitesh Singhavi, Consultant, Head and Neck Surgeon, Fortis, will explain why Mouth cancer in India is on a sudden rise and why is it so and what are the causes and treatment. Watch
A 24-year-old woman with stage IVA tongue cancer was successfully treated via complex surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
Oral Cancer is among the top three cancers in India. Mouth cancer looks like growth or sore in the mouth that does not heal.
Studies suggest that air pollution exposure may be linked to a higher risk of mouth cancer. Dr Gunita Singh, Director, Dentem explains the detrimental effects of air pollution on dental health.
The study revealed that the successful completion of this project carries significant potential for saving lives and improving patient healthcare provision.
India reports two lakh new cancer patients every year, of which 40 per cent suffered from mouth and throat cancer, while women with breast cancer accounted for 25-30 per cent, said Dr Manoj Pandey, President of the Association of Surgeons of India which is holding its Annual Convention in the Taj city.
The virus known as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the culprit behind cervical and some form of head and neck cancer.
'Assam government will find it hard to ban all forms of tobacco'
Are you aware about latest advances in cancer treatment? Here's what experts recommend you know.
Hyderabad bans gutka in the state
Coffee drinkers less likely to get mouth cancer!
Sharad Pawar recounts his battle against cancer
Allahabad court to Akhilesh: Ban gutka or we will
Delhiites happy with gutka ban
Delhi bans gutka
Punjab becomes eight Indian state to ban gutka and pan masala
Gutka comes under the food category: Maha Govt
Jharkhand becomes the seventh state to ban gutka
On World Health Day 2026, experts highlight how early oral cancer detection by dentists can improve survival rates and prevent serious complications through timely diagnosis.
Early-stage oral cancer often develops without pain, leading to delayed diagnosis. Understand why symptoms go unnoticed and how early detection can improve treatment outcomes.
Mouth cancer affects 1 in every 50 adults in India. Doctors warn that ignoring persistent tongue blisters could mean missing the first signs of this deadly disease.
Delhi's cancer burden is expected to rise by over 23% by 2026, high tobacco usage is largely to blame. Be aware of the tobacco-related cancers.
Lack of awareness about early oral cancer symptoms is the main reason for cancer being detected at later stages. Below are signs and symptoms of mouth cancer to watch out for.
ICMR in its report on the 'Burden of cancers in India', has listed seven cancers which account for more than 40 per cent of the total disease burden. Take a look at the breakup:
A 24-year-old woman with stage IVA tongue cancer was successfully treated via complex surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
Oral Cancer is among the top three cancers in India. Mouth cancer looks like growth or sore in the mouth that does not heal.
Studies suggest that air pollution exposure may be linked to a higher risk of mouth cancer. Dr Gunita Singh, Director, Dentem explains the detrimental effects of air pollution on dental health.
The study revealed that the successful completion of this project carries significant potential for saving lives and improving patient healthcare provision.
India reports two lakh new cancer patients every year, of which 40 per cent suffered from mouth and throat cancer, while women with breast cancer accounted for 25-30 per cent, said Dr Manoj Pandey, President of the Association of Surgeons of India which is holding its Annual Convention in the Taj city.
The virus known as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the culprit behind cervical and some form of head and neck cancer.
'Assam government will find it hard to ban all forms of tobacco'
Are you aware about latest advances in cancer treatment? Here's what experts recommend you know.
Hyderabad bans gutka in the state
Coffee drinkers less likely to get mouth cancer!
Sharad Pawar recounts his battle against cancer
Allahabad court to Akhilesh: Ban gutka or we will
Delhiites happy with gutka ban
Delhi bans gutka
Punjab becomes eight Indian state to ban gutka and pan masala
Gutka comes under the food category: Maha Govt
Jharkhand becomes the seventh state to ban gutka
Haryana becomes sixth state to ban gutka and pan masala
