David,

First of all, I am sure there is no way you would look bad. Second, I'm sure it will be at least 3 seconds.

Please post a link if it is on the internet.

Megan posted this on Facebook earlier today, so I got to read a brief version of what you posted. I've been telling my patients that this would probably happen sometime in 2009, so I guess I will maintain my credibility with my patients.

As exciting as this news is because we all know that this will ultimately lower the overall rate of new oral cancers in the future, I just can't understand why OC is NEVER mentioned as being caused by HPV.

Perhaps Brian will chime in here and shed some light on this subject.

Jerry

Jerry

Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.

"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"