Oral Cancer Treatment in Mumbai, India
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Oral Cancer Treatment in Mumbai, India
Oral cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in India. Mouth cancer refers to cancer that develops in any of the parts that make up the mouth (oral cavity).
Mouth cancer can occur on the:
Lips
Gums
Tongue
Inner lining of the cheeks
Roof of the mouth
Floor of the mouth (under the tongue)
Cancer that occurs on the inside of the mouth is sometimes called oral cancer or oral cavity cancer.
Symptoms of Oral Cancer
A lip or mouth sore that doesn’t heal
A white or reddish patch on the inside of your mouth
Loose teeth
A growth or lump inside your mouth
Mouth pain
Ear pain
Difficulty or pain while swallowing
ChatGPT said: Treatments for Oral Cancer
The treatment of oral cancer requires a multidisciplinary approach involving:
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Plastic Surgeon
Radiation & Medical Oncologist
Physiotherapist
Dentist
Surgical treatment includes:
Comprehensive resection of the affected part with margins
Excision of lymph nodes in the neck involved in the cancer
Reconstruction of the excised portion of the jaw or soft tissues
Dr. Tofiq Bohra is among the few surgeons who has successfully placed dental implants in the reconstructed bone of cancer patients. He focuses on rehabilitating cancer patients from a dental perspective to improve their quality of life post-surgery.
Dr. Bohra is trained in treating complex oral cancers, having completed rotation residencies at Grant Ruby Hall Hospital, Pune, and Nanavati Hospital, Mumbai.
He leads a comprehensive medical team that supports cancer patients through every stage of their treatment journey.
