the following are the more common signs and symptoms of oral cancer: swelling thickenings lumps bumps rough spots crusts or erosion on the lips gums or other areas inside the mouth the development of velvety white red or speckled (white and red) patches in the mouth unexplained bleeding in the mouth unexplained numbness loss of feeling pain or tenderness in any area of the face mouth or neck persistent sores on the face neck or mouth that bleed easily and do not heal within two weeks a soreness or feeling that something is caught in the back of the throat difficulty chewing swallowing speaking or moving the jaw or tongue hoarseness chronic sore throat or changes in the voice ear pains a change in the way your teeth or dentures fit together – a change in your "bite" dramatic weight loss. if you notice any of these changes contact your dentist immediately for a professional examination.
what are the signs of oral cancer?