This website is for general information and oral cancer awareness only. It is not medical advice, not a consultation, and does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Nothing here replaces an in-person appointment with a qualified surgeon. If you have a health concern, please book an appointment for a proper clinical evaluation.
1. Informational & educational purpose only
All content on this website — including articles, blog posts, procedure and condition pages, videos, infographics and FAQs — is published purely for general information, public awareness and patient education about oral cancer and oral & maxillofacial conditions. It is intended to help you understand conditions and treatment options in broad terms, so you can have a more informed conversation with your treating surgeon.
2. Not medical advice
The information on this website is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It must not be relied upon to make decisions about your health. Diagnosis and treatment of oral cancer and related conditions depend on an individual clinical examination, imaging and investigations that cannot be carried out online. Always seek the advice of a qualified doctor or surgeon regarding any medical condition, and never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you have read or seen here.
3. No consultation & no doctor–patient relationship
Reading this website, submitting an enquiry, or contacting us through the website, WhatsApp, email or social media does not by itself constitute a medical consultation and does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Any general response you receive to an online enquiry is for guidance and scheduling only — it is not a clinical opinion on your case. A doctor–patient relationship is formed only when you are seen and assessed in person at one of our hospitals.
4. An in-person appointment is required
Proper diagnosis and treatment require an in-person appointment so that the surgeons can examine you, review your history and order any necessary tests. To be evaluated, please book an appointment to be seen at one of our Chennai hospitals. Any treatment plan, opinion or recommendation is given only after such an in-person assessment.
5. Medical emergencies
This website is not for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency — such as difficulty breathing, severe or uncontrolled bleeding, or any life-threatening symptom — call your local emergency number or go to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Do not use this website, the enquiry form or messaging channels for urgent medical situations, as responses may be delayed.
6. No guarantee of results
Outcomes of any surgery or treatment vary from person to person and depend on individual factors. Patient stories, statistics and examples on this website describe past experience and are not a promise or guarantee of any particular result for your case. While we work to keep the content accurate and current, we make no warranty that it is complete, error-free or up to date with the latest medical research.
7. External links & third-party content
This website may link to third-party websites, platforms or resources (for example hospital pages, social media or directory profiles). These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy or practices of any third-party site.
8. Practice & jurisdiction
Dr. Babu Elangovan is a practice of oral & maxillofacial surgeons based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, who consult and operate at recognised Chennai hospitals. This website is intended for an audience seeking care in this region, and its content is framed in that context. Use of this website is governed by the laws of India.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about this disclaimer, or would like to book an in-person appointment, please get in touch: