- Mouth cancer, also called oral cancer, can affect any part of the mouth, including the gums, tongue, inside the cheeks, or lips.
- Anyone can get mouth cancer, but the risk increases with age. Most people are diagnosed between the ages of 66 and 70.
- How serious it is depends on the type of mouth cancer, how big it is, if it has spread, and your general health.
Important: Get your symptoms checked
It’s important to get any symptoms of mouth cancer checked as soon as possible. If cancer is found early, it may be more treatable.