Surgical Procedures for Oral Cancer

The type of surgery depends on the location, size, and stage of the cancer. Our surgical procedures are tailored to each patient's unique needs and may include:

• **Tumor Resection**: The surgical removal of the cancerous tumor, along with a margin of surrounding healthy tissue to ensure complete removal.
• **Neck Dissection**: Removal of lymph nodes in the neck. This is a critical step to check for and remove any cancer that may have spread, preventing future recurrence.
• **Jaw Resection and Reconstruction**: If the cancer has invaded the jawbone, a section of the jaw is removed. We then perform immediate reconstruction, often using bone from the patient's own body (e.g., from the fibula in the leg or the hip) in a complex microvascular procedure.
• **Soft Tissue Flap Reconstruction**: Using skin, muscle, or other soft tissue from a nearby or distant part of the body to repair the defect left after tumor removal.

Our Comprehensive Treatment Approach

We believe in a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, working as part of a team to provide the best possible outcome for our patients.

1. Early Diagnosis: We perform thorough oral screenings and biopsies of any suspicious lesions to get a quick and accurate diagnosis.
2. Collaborative Planning: Our surgeons work closely with oncologists, radiation therapists, and pathologists to create a tailored treatment plan that may include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
3. Surgical Intervention: The surgery is performed with the utmost precision to ensure complete removal of the cancer and the best possible functional and aesthetic result.
4. Rehabilitation and Follow-up: Our care extends beyond the operating room. We provide comprehensive post-operative care, including speech and swallowing therapy, nutritional support, and long-term surveillance to monitor for any signs of recurrence.