Good luck, Mark.
You will find a wealth of information and support here - don't be shy about asking questions.

And if Jerry asked you to email him, do! He was an angel to me and many others here & can put your mind at ease.

Marlene

Marginal mandibulectomy 6/17/08 resulted in DX of Stage I SCC - gingiva (3 mm) right mandible, buccal side. Clear margins. Occasional social drinker. Smoked last cigarette in 1979. Clear pet: 12/08; 7/20/09. Yay!