Larryb,

I have been advised to do the same thing...it doesn't feel great (it down right hurts on the bad side)and I don't always remember. Shame on me!
My doctor wants to avoid infections that would lead to him removing them...then I'd be even dryer. Although he did say when he does the radical he removes the sub mandibular glands, too.

So I am swimming in that smae boat. At least I'm in good company.

Take care,
Dinah