Update on my son, he had a maxillectomy August 18 at Toronto General. Bone, muscle and blood supply was taken from his shoulder. It was a difficult first week but as drains,trachea tube and IVs were removed and he could talk he started to feel better. Dr. said they got clear margins, he will have an MRI later and decision will be made as to what treatment he needs. He has a little complication now with his face swelling up a lot and more pain which started when he ate. Apparently the saliva tube is blocked, they told him it can happen and will fix itself, he has more pain meds now and antibiotics. Thankful that they left the feeding tube in because he is back to clear liquids. He didn't loose his eye and from what we can tell, the surgery side of his face is the same as the other side, excellent job on the incision, it will be barely noticeable.