I have flown once since treatment and do not recall any problems. I am now over two years with the obturator, although it has it draw backs, you eventually adjust to some of the "new normal". It doesn't sound like it would really be worth looking into reconstruction from what you described.

Sharon

Sharon, 57; Hard Palate; T1, High Grade, DX 6-12-09, Surgery, maxillectomy 7-14-09, 33 RT (9-2-09 to 10-19-09); Prothesis (obturator). None smoker, non drinker.