title: Medical Imaging of Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer.
abstract: Oral cancer is associated with documented risk factors, yet no comprehensive screening program is in place in the United States for early detection of the disease. Oral cancer often is diagnosed in more advanced stages, resulting in a poor prognosis. Dental practitioners and radiographers play an important role in the management of the disease and in helping to improve the quality of life for people who have oral cancer. This article discusses types of oral and oropharyngeal cancer, their diagnosis, treatment options, and the role of dental imaging in patients with these cancers.
authors.forename: Susan M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Anderson
mesh_terms: D003952:Diagnostic Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D055088:Early Detection of Cancer / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007089:Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods*; D009062:Mouth Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D009959:Oropharyngeal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*