Hi Linda,

It's hard to believe that an oral surgeon acting as yours did would be able to maintain a practice. What an insensitive jerk.

Speaking as a dentist, I would highly recommend that you find another oral surgeon and get your self checked out to be sure. I would let your periodontist know how upset you are with the oral surgeon and ask him for another referral. He must use more than one.

Good luck and let us know how you make out.

Jerry

Jerry

Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.

"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"