Malignant Diseases of the Oral Mucosa

Abstract

Oral cancer which is a significant world health problem is a subtype of head and neck cancer. They are the sixth most common malignant tumors worldwide. More than 90% of malignant tumors in the mouth are squamous cell carcinomas. Etiology of the oral squamous cell carcinoma is complex. The most important risk factors, especially in well-developed countries are tobacco smoking and alcohol exposure.. (Turkderm 2012; 46 Suppl 2: 90-5)