buccal cavity

or·al ves·ti·bule

[TA]

that part of the mouth bounded anteriorly and laterally by the lips and the cheeks, posteriorly and medially by the teeth and/or gums, and above and below by the reflections of the mucosa from the lips and cheeks to the gums.

Synonym(s): vestibulum oris [TA], buccal cavity, vestibule of mouth

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or·al ves·ti·bule

(ōr'ăl ves'ti-byūl) [TA]

Mouth area bounded anteriorly and laterally by lips and cheeks, posteriorly and medially by teeth and/or gums, and above and below by reflections of mucosa from lips and cheeks to gums.
Synonym(s): buccal cavity.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012

Patient discussion about buccal cavity

Q. What is Mouth cancer? My grandfather has been diagnosed with mouth cancer. What is it? Is it dangerous?

A. Cancer of the mouth is dangerous as are all cancers. The earlier this cancer is detected, the better the survival rates are. If the cancer is caught in the first stage the survival rates can go up to 90% of patients surviving five years and most of these will be cured.

Q. What are the symptoms of mouth cancer? I have an ulcer in my mouth that won't go away, could it be cancer?

A. Have you had this ulcer for a long time? over 3 weeks?
If so, consult your GP however don't be alarmed as it isn't necessarily cancer, though it's always better to check it out and not neglect it.

Q. which is a very good treatment for mouth ulcer

A. drink butter milk.

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