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1. www.cancer.org › cancer › typesOral Cavity (Mouth) Cancer Treatment Options, by Stage

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   Depending on where the oral (mouth) cancer is & how far it has spread, some common treatments include surgery, radiation, targeted drugs & immunotherapy.

2. www.cancercenter.com › types › jaw-cancerJaw Cancer Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Survival Rate

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   Unless you’re not healthy enough to undergo surgery, or surgery wouldn’t be an appropriate treatment option for you, doctors try to remove the tumor. The type of surgery depends on the location of the tumor. 1. Hard palate surgery may include a maxillectomy to remove part of the maxilla, or bone that makes up the roof of the mouth. 2. Mandibular su...

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   For both hard palate and mandibular cancers, radiation therapyis often recommended after surgery. Known as adjuvant radiation, this is done to prevent the tumor from recurring, if the tumor couldn’t be completely removed surgically, or if the cancer metastasized to lymph nodes, nerves or blood vessels. Radiation may also be given for aggressive or ...

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   Though not commonly used to treat jaw cancer, sometimes chemotherapyis done in combination with adjuvant radiation therapy if cancer has spread from lymph nodes to surrounding tissues or remains after surgery.

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3. www.verywellhealth.com › jaw-cancer-overview-andJaw Cancer: Symptoms, Stages, and Treatment - Verywell Health

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   Jun 29, 2022 · Most types of jaw cancer have spread to the jaw through the tooth sockets, tongue, salivary glands, palate, or the floor of the mouth. Jaw cancer can affect either the lower jaw, called the mandible, or the upper jaw, the maxilla. Most jaw cancers are found in the lower jaw, often in the bone below the back molars.

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4. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › mouthMouth cancer - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Treatment for mouth cancer depends on your cancer's location and stage, as well as your overall health and personal preferences. You may have just one type of treatment, or you may undergo a combination of cancer treatments. Treatment options include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

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6. cancer.ca › cancer-types › oralTreatments for oral cancer - Canadian Cancer Society

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   When deciding which treatments to offer for oral cancer, your healthcare team will consider: the size of the cancer. the stage of the cancer. the location of the cancer. your overall health and ability to recover from surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy.

7. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › jaw-cancerJaw Cancer - Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   How is jaw cancer treated? People with jaw cancer may be treated with one or more therapies, depending on the type of cancer and how advanced it is. Jaw cancer treatments may involve surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Surgery. Surgical treatments for jaw cancer include the following.

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   Is jaw cancer a mandibular cancer?

   • Jaw cancer can be located in the upper or lower portion of the jaw: Mandibular cancer is jaw cancer that forms in the lower portion, or the mandible. When jaw cancer is located in the upper portion, or maxilla, it’s called hard palate cancer. Jaw cancer occurs in more advanced stages of oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancers, including stage 4.

   Jaw Cancer Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Survival Rate

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   How is jaw cancer treated?

   • Surgical removal of tumors is more common in earlier stages of jaw cancer. After the cancerous areas are removed, reconstructive surgery can help restore function and address matters of appearance. The three main surgical approaches for jaw cancer are : Segmental mandibulectomy: This approach removes a significant portion of the jaw.

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   Can chemotherapy treat jaw cancer?

   • Chemotherapy used alone is not a standard treatment for jaw cancer, but if the cancer has spread to other tissues, providers may recommend it in combination with immunotherapy. Chemotherapy can also be used in combination with radiotherapy, either applied as a treatment after surgery or as a definitive treatment.

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   What is mandibular cancer?

   • Mandibular cancer is jaw cancer that forms in the lower portion, or the mandible. When jaw cancer is located in the upper portion, or maxilla, it’s called hard palate cancer. Jaw cancer occurs in more advanced stages of oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancers, including stage 4. These cancers may or may not have HPV (human papillomavirus) DNA.

   Jaw Cancer Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Survival Rate

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   Can a malignant jaw tumor recur after treatment?

   • Many malignant jaw tumors return after treatment (recur). Your healthcare provider will work with you to schedule follow-up appointments to help you stay in remission (no signs of cancer). Treating tumors at the first sign of a recurrence can keep jaw cancer at bay.

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9. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesJaw Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

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   May 13, 2024 · Jaw cancer includes various tumors that form from the tissue involved in tooth formation (odontogenic tissue). Most types are carcinomas, the most common type of oral (mouth) cancer. Your prognosis (outcome) depends on the type of tumor and how soon you receive treatment.