A 48-year-old member asked:

Can the mandible be affected by tumors?

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Dr. Sewa Leghaanswered

Medical Oncology 52 years experience

Ye it can be: Almost any part of the body can be affected by cancer.

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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered

Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial 47 years experience

Yes: Yes. the docs to see for tumors of the mandible or oral surgeons and ENT surgeons.

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Dr. Paul Grinanswered

Pain Management 38 years experience

Of course: Some tumors occur at any age and can be found in any bone. Mandible is not an exception.

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