Sigrid, Thank you VERY MUCH!
your response was very informative and we appreciate your post. We'd heard from someone about a plate, but had an idea that it would be permanent, so your news has really lightened our spirits. Isn't the internet a great source for research!?
We'll be back to relate our experience with the surgeon .. Our oral surgeon said something about CT scans and further testing (?) before the next surgery. (This last biopsy which was large and deep was very painful for George, but he started feeling a lot better yesterday, thank goodness - the bx was 2 weeks ago today - whatta way to lose weight!!)
Again, heartfelt gratitude for your input!
:)marie