superius oris and inferius oris (upper and lower lip), know how to examine them thoroughly and record appropriate notes. YouTube has good anatomical videos of the lips, eg 'Study With The Dentist' 2 whilst the University of Aberdeen has produced an excellent educational online resource called 'The Oral Cavity' 3 that includes lip examination with emphasis on INSPECT.The Mouth Cancer Foundation recommend that the upper and lower lips should be examined thoroughly, as explained below. 4Ali Lowe 1 continues to raise awareness of the often-overlooked disease, lip cancer.