Welcome Joy, Last year on December 29 I had surgery for low to intermediate grade mucoepidermoid cancer of the sublingual gland. All I can tell you is my experience. It was not a difficult surgery. I spent one night in the hospital and recovery was very quick and and without complications. I was back to work in a week. I am on check-ups every six months with my ENT Dr and so far so good. Good Luck to you. Pat