Hello- I’m so happy to have found this group! I was recently diagnosed with tongue cancer. Had tumor removed on 11/18 and neck dissection in 12/14. 20 lymph nodes removed one had cancer, so now classified as stage 3. Starting radiation in mid-January. I’m so overwhelmed with the potential side effects of radiation (going to have 30 sessions). My doctors have set me up with a team of others from pain management, to feeding tube, to hydration, etc. Do most patients have all of these issues? I am also very curious about dental clearance. I’ve seen everything from extract any tooth that could be a problem in the future to just get everything fixed like you normally would. I’m just so nervous about it all and recovery time. Any insight is greatly appreciated.