Kevin: What an inspiration you are! Thank you for your positive story. I really needed a boost from someone, and you gave it to me: Wayne and Minnie: You two are the only forum members I have noted thus far who have SCC Mandible as my husband was diagnosed with same three days ago (except his is in the right). It's gratifying to note that both of you are "old-timers" in your journeys, and that survival is indeed posible...As we progress with husband's treatment, may I keep you two in mind if we should have specific questions that the physician himself may not be able to relate to? God bless you all!