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The evaluation and diagnosis
of growths and lesions within the mouth and jaws are an important aspects
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 are 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.
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