Hi Christine,

My fathers cancer was also in the roof of his mouth. Lidocaine was a lifesaver for him pre surgery. It provided him enough relief to be able to eat and speak. His was straight, not mixed with anything. He swabbed it on the affected areas. In some ways it provided more relief than the narcotic pain relievers and the relief was instant. He started out by using Orajel and when he realized how helpful that was he asked his doctor if there was something similar available via prescription.

I'm glad you have found something that provides some relief.

Joy