I am about 30 minutes new to this site. Today my dentist informed me he wanted to see me back in 2 weeks. He mentioned a possible biopsy if the gum tissue doesn't look any better. I guess I'm in the "stunded" stage, even though I've not been officially diagnosed. I will let you all know. I want to think positive but I somehow feel in my gut that this is real. From what I've read in some of these letters here sound like I'm in for one helluva ride but I won't be alone. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself and for your good company. ALways, Roz