Oral cancers are most commonly found on the tongue, but they can also occur in other areas such as the floor of the mouth, cheek lining, gingiva (gums), lips, or palate (roof of the mouth). While squamous cell carcinomas make up the majority of oral cancers, it is important to be aware of all potential sites for cancer development within the oral cavity. read more >>

There are several types of oral cancers, but around 90% are squamous cell carcinomas, originating in the tissues that line the mouth and lips. Oral or mouth cancer most commonly involves the tongue. It may also occur on the floor of the mouth, cheek lining, gingiva (gums), lips, or palate (roof of the mouth).read more >>