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The lining of the cheek
The buccal mucosa is the inner cheek lining. The consultation reviews the diagnosis and the area involved.
Oral Cancer
Buccal Mucosa Cancer
Assessment and surgical care for cancer of the inner cheek lining, with recovery and reconstruction included in planning.
Buccal Mucosa Cancer
What this visit covers.
Assessment and surgical care for cancer of the inner cheek lining, with recovery and reconstruction included in planning.
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Your assessment
The consultation brings together your examination, medical history, and any existing reports. Further investigations are discussed according to the findings.
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Your care plan
Discuss the proposed treatment, alternatives, recovery, and follow-up with Dr. Saha. The plan is individual to your diagnosis and care needs.
About Buccal Mucosa Cancer
A common site in tobacco and areca-nut users.
The inner lining of the cheek is one of the most frequent sites of oral cancer in India, and is closely linked to chewing tobacco, gutkha, and areca nut (supari). White or red patches, an ulcer that does not heal, or stiffness that limits mouth opening should be examined.
Surgery removes the tumour with surrounding tissue and, when needed, part of the jaw or the overlying skin. The cheek lining is then rebuilt, often with a flap of tissue, so the mouth can still open well. Stopping tobacco and areca nut is one of the most important steps in recovery.
Related care
Other visits in this area.
Oral Cancer Surgery
Surgical assessment and treatment planning for oral cancer, including discussion of reconstruction and continuing care.
Explore care
Tongue Cancer
Specialist care for cancer of the tongue, with speech, swallowing, and reconstruction considered during planning.
Explore care
Jaw Cancer
Assessment and surgical planning for cancer affecting the jaw, with attention to chewing and jaw reconstruction.
Explore care
Buccal Mucosa Cancer
Talk through this before you decide.
Call, or send a request with what you have noticed. Family members are welcome in the room.
