Hi Minnie,

It is a very dificult psychological thing, having all of your remaining teeth removed, but you will be amazed at how great you will feel after you get your new teeth. The surgery itself will be a piece of cake compared to what you've been through. We've been through this with our patients many times in my office.

You have to look at this from the right perspective. You are fortunate that you are around in a time that implants are available. Before implants, we couldn't offer our patients anything that would be better than their natural teeth. Now we can.

I hope that you have discussed your concerns with your dentist/oral surgeon, but if you would like to ask me anything, send me a personal email. If you want to talk, let me know your phone number.

Good luck.

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"