Oral sex, smoking, drinking too much alcohol and a poor diet can increase the risk of mouth cancer. More than nine in ten mouth cancers are linked to lifestyle factors and the only way to curb this risk is by quitting or reducing habits such as smoking and drinking of alcohol.
Some types of oral cancer are linked to sexually transmitted human papilloma virus (HPV) infection in the mouth and throat. Being diagnosed with mouth cancer remains fairly unlikely but could happen to anybody so it is really important to know what to look for and be proactive in looking for the early warnings signs.
Lookout for mouth ulcers that do not heal within three weeks, red or white patches and unusual lumps and swellings. Places to check include the floor and roof of your mouth, inside of the cheeks, gums, tongue, lips, head and neck. If you notice any of these, please make an appointment with your dentist.
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