Hi- I had this surgery for the same reason almost two years ago. I was very nervous but it ended up being fine. If you want to talk more, I’m happy to- just shoot me a direct message. Best wishes to you!

42 years old, past smoker and social drinker
Lesion on left lateral of tongue identified and biopsied August 2016
Incisional biopsy outpatient surgery scheduled October 31, 2018
All biopsy results have been negative for cancer