lwilley, I had ORN which was managed conservatively for several years with HBO, debridement, and ABTs. The ORN continued its progression and I opted for a partial mandibulectomy, which was done by my Oral Surgeon. I decided against reconstructive surgery and do have facial disfigurement. My recovery was easy and I have had no problems or ORN showing up in my panoramic X-rays or CT scans since the surgery. Take a look at my posts re my history and ORN. Because each ORN case is unique I cannot address your husband's prognosis or how extensive a surgery to arrest his ORN would be. A second opinion is always advisable.

I used a Fentanyl patch for the ORN pain and found it quite helpful. I did up the dosage several times during the course of a year. No pain since my surgery and my husband still loves my smile.

All the best to you and your husband.