How to check for oral cancer at home?

Oral cancer is a common cancer of global concern. Early detection has the potential to significantly reduce oral cancer death and morbidity. Known risk factors include tobacco and alcohol consumption, which, together, are responsible for about 75 percent of oral cancers. read more

You can spot these signs of oral cancer by performing an easy and simple at-home self-examination once a week. Give yourself a little "Ahhhh" in front of the mirror and check out your tongue (top and bottom), your gum areas, the back of your mouth, and the inside cheek areas of your mouth. read more