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How long until you get oral cancer from chewing tobacco?
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Can't say: Can't give you a time. But now is. Good time to quit. See a dentist or oral surgeon for an oral cancer exam.
Answered 10/22/2016
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Years: Usually years. Less if other risk factors like heavy drinking. Why not stop now. See oral surgeon or ENT doc if you have current symptoms.
Answered 8/8/2017
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