 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Katie,
I really can't add anything significant to the suggestions and information provided by Dr. Mike and Dr. Colleen. (Colleen is now an honorary dentist after her disertation on obturators).
I will add, however, as in any profession there are those that are top notch and those that are just average. I'm sure that you have run into this whether it is your family doctor, a realtor or an attorney etc.. You do want to have someone with experience. Don't be afraid to ask to speak to patients that have been treated by the dentist.
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"
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