i had total as well, probably the fact i live alone has meant i havent needed to talk and thats no doubt an extra detriment to my voice quality now ( find it more warbly ) . as kate said we all vary in our success , i have hypersalivation but havnt been able to conquer any form of eating at this stage 2 yrs post surgery .


45 yrs. peg tube jan 07/09 TOTAL GLOSSECTOMY jan 12/09
T3NOscc oral(ex smoker )
open tracheostomy , removed oct 12/09
modified neck dissection lymph nodes I to IV
rectus abdominal flap + full dental removal
30 day radiation treatment ,diagnosed with lung cancer oct 2011