My cancer was noted as periodontal disease and ignored for 8 months, through TWO more appointments. Because of this, I lost more tissue, of course, than I would have and am having difficulty getting an obturator appliance to function satisfactorily. So far, I do not have metastasis, but if I discover some metastasis, it will be because my dentist allowed my cancer to grow for 8 months without interruption!! I considered taking him to court, but I was too busy focusing on recovering. By the time it was clear to me that he had been guilty of "failure to diagose" my cancer, the one-year statute of limitations for filing had expired.

So....a word to the wise: If you even remotely think you want to file suit, at least file the suit before one year. You do not have to pursue it if you change your mind, but get it on the books so that you have the option.

Liz, we're proud of you!!! XO