In general, prevention against cancer is geared toward preventing oral agents or actions that may irritate the oral tissues and trigger cancer, and to keep informed about the problem of cancer and controlled by the dentist. At the moment we can not avoid the genetic component of risk to cancer but many other aspects.

- No smoking.

- Do not drink alcohol: if you drink with moderation.

- Removal of plaque through proper oral hygiene: this will avoid situations septic of the oral cavity. They are increasingly connections between cancer processes and infectious agents (viruses, fungi, bacteria).

- Avoid any mechanical or physical activity that could be damaging or irritating: for example, chews continuous solar radiation continuously very unprotected (on the lips), smoking with the candle upside down.

- Diet and adequate hydration

- Moderate consumption of animal fats and proteins.

- Adjust caloric intake.

- Consume fruits, vegetables and cereals complete, especially citrus and fruits rich in carotene, as well as vegetables from the family of cruciferous (cabbage, radish)

- Minimizing the consumption of food preserved in salt, smoked, roasted or cured.

- Avoid highly seasoned foods.

- Not to take nutritional supplements not medically recommended.

- Deal with stress.

- Revisions to the dentist every 6-12 months: allow adequate monitoring of the patient. If there is cancer, is of great importance to the early detection and treatment urgent: This is easier if you go to the dentist regularly.

This section will highlight the importance of regular inspection of removable dentures, and its setting (if necessary). The misaligned dentures can irritate the lining and constantly tend to become infected with most fungi, thus increasing the risk of injuries occurring type of cancer.

They also mention that it is very improper to manipulate or attempt to treat swelling or tumors that appear in the mouth: Always consult a professional.