I was diagnosed just over 2 weeks ago with stage 2 SCC. Right maxilla, lesion is getting bigger and deeper. Had 2 teeth extracted prior to being diagnosed. Noticed changes starting end of February, so it took approx. 4.5 until I was diagnosed. Had consult yesterday with local surgeon, going to Philadelphia (UPenn) for consult with another surgeon next Monday. Huge surgery ahead. Lots of bone loss, sinuses are affected, PETscan clean but having nodes removed as precaution. Confused and scared. Just want it out of me and it never to come back. I'm 45 female, had lichen Planus since age 14. Smoked but never will again. Moderate drinker. Looking for success stories to encourage me. I'm a fighter and I WILL get through this. It just seems like when ppl hear you say you have 'C' it means a death sentence... This IS treatable, right???!