When we hear the word canker sore, what comes to mind is inflammation around the mouth that everyone has experienced. Canker sores are often considered trivial because they are easy to cure. However, ...

April is recognized as Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, a time to increase awareness of the condition, risk factors, statistics and screenings. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...

Hard palate cancer is a type of cancer that starts on the roof of your mouth, known as the palate. This area has two sections: the soft part toward the back of your mouth and the hard, bony part at ...

According to a 2021 study published by the American Cancer Society, African Americans have a higher risk of developing oral cancer and a higher likelihood of dying from it compared to white Americans.