Oral Cancer & Surgical Treatment

What is Oral Cancer?

Oral cancer refers to cancers developing in the mouth, including:
• Tongue
• Buccal mucosa (cheek)
• Floor of mouth
• Gums
• Palate

The most common form is Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC).

Causes & Risk Factors
• Tobacco (gutka, paan, smoking)
• Betel nut chewing
• Alcohol
• HPV infection
• Chronic irritation

Early Warning Signs
• Non-healing ulcer (>2 weeks)
• White/red patches
• Difficulty swallowing or chewing
• Reduced mouth opening
• Neck swelling

Early diagnosis can save your life. Do not ignore symptoms.

Advanced Surgical Treatment for Oral Cancer

Tumor Resection (Wide Local Excision)
• Complete removal of tumor with safe margins
• Ensures maximum cancer clearance
• Histopathology confirms margins
Neck Dissection (Lymph Node Removal)
• Removal of lymph nodes to prevent spread
• Types:
• Selective
• Modified Radical

Microvascular Reconstruction
• Reconstruction using free flaps
• Restores:
• Speech
• Swallowing
• Facial aesthetics

Jaw Resection (Mandibulectomy / Maxillectomy)
• Required when bone is involved
• Can be partial or complete

Multidisciplinary Cancer Care

At our center, treatment is planned with a comprehensive team approach:
• Surgical Oncology
• Radiation Oncology
• Medical Oncology
• Rehabilitation & Nutrition

Post-Surgery Recovery
• Hospital stay: 5–14 days
• Speech & swallowing rehabilitation
• Regular follow-ups
• Lifestyle modification support

Tobacco De-Addiction Support

We actively help patients quit tobacco through:
• Counseling
• Habit reversal strategies
• Long-term rehabilitation support

Tobacco De-Addiction Support

We actively help patients quit tobacco through:
• Counseling
• Habit reversal strategies
• Long-term rehabilitation support

Why Choose Dr. Abhishek Chauhan?

✔ Specialized in Oral Cancer Surgery
✔ Fellowship-trained international exposure
✔ Focus on function + aesthetics
✔ Personalized treatment planning
✔ Strong rehabilitation support

About the Specialist

Dr. Abhishek Chauhan
Maxillofacial & Oral Cancer Surgeon
Fellowship Trained (Italy) | Specialist in Oral Oncology & Reconstructive Surgery
• 10+ years of surgical experience
• Expertise in oral cancer resection & microvascular reconstruction
• Dedicated to tobacco de-addiction and cancer rehabilitation since 2015