Hi, Debbie
my husband never let me look in his mouth (fearing tears and hysteria). I know his tongue was sore for a long time - especially the areas of back-scatter from his dental work. The viscous lidocaine was helpful for the pain but don't know if helped with healing or not.

One of the nicest times that my husband and had together was returning home from a rad session / RO appointment. It was snowing, he was driving, and we were stuck in traffic. We had a nice talk with his sister via cell, and then just enjoyed chatting on the long drive home. Just like you say, we were together, partners in the journey, just as we have been in our 36 years of marriage.