Gum disease is far more common than any type of gum cancer.
But how do you know if you have gingivitis, periodontitis or cancer?
We went to head and neck surgeon Ryan Goepfert, M.D. Here’s what he shared about how to distinguish gum cancer from other common conditions, as well as what causes it and when to seek help.
What does gum cancer look and feel like? How does it differ from gingivitis and periodontitis...

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Kathleen Schmeler, M.D., has been focused on bringing high-quality cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment programs to women in underserved...
Much like adenocarcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas can develop in many locations, including the skin, lungs and cervix.
Unlike adenocarcinomas, though, squamous cell carcinomas often occur in the head and neck, such as the lips, tongue, throat or tonsils, and even the nasal cavity, sinuses, and lacrimal (or tear) ducts and glands.
So, why do squamous cell carcinomas tend to happen so often above the shoulders? And...

Like many women diagnosed with cervical cancer, Linda Ryan didn’t initially have any symptoms. So, she didn’t know she had the disease until...
About 10,000 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. The vast majority of cases are due to the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Chest pain, shortness of breath and a persistent cough can all be symptoms of lung cancer.
But they can also be signs of other conditions...
Choosing skin care products can be overwhelming. There are so many ingredients and so many claims of benefits.
But there is one ingredient...
High exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause anyone to get skin cancer. But some people are more likely to develop skin cancer than others....
Beating a nicotine addiction is one of the toughest things a person can do, but it can be one of the best things for your health. Nicotine...