Oral Cavity

Oral Cavity The oral cavity is the first part of the digestive system.  Its boundaries are the lips , the palate and the cheeks, and it contains the teeth, teh tongue and the salivary glands secrete into it. Synonyms: mouth, buccal cavity Symptoms: Problems with taste, dysphagia, numbness, ulcers Conditions: Cancer, gingivitis, xerostomia (dry mouth)