| The evaluation and diagnosis
of growths and lesions within the mouth and jaws is an important aspect
of the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Patients referred
for evaluation undergo a thorough examination of their head and neck
areas.
Not all growths within the mouth are oral cancer. However, the
prevention and early diagnosis of cancer is important to the increased
survival and prognosis of the patient. Biopsies and/or other tests
are performed, when required, to arrive at a diagnosis and to allow
the development of an appropriate treatment plan.
Click on the following link for further information on oral
cancer from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons.
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The Centre for Oral Surgery in Joliet