Emily:
I don't know that much about that type of oral cancer, but just wanted you to know that there are others on this forum who do, and I'm sure as soon as they read your post, you'll be hearing from them. Christine is one person who I think has had similar surgeries; she is full of knowledge and as soon as she reads your post, I know you'll hear from her. I will pray for your Mom, and from what you've written, I think you should definitely take her to another cancer center, and others who answer your message will have names and places for your Mom to get the best treatment. Tell her to hang in there and never, never, never give up. Others have had multiple episodes and are still here to tell about them. God Bless.
julieann