I have a friend with the same type of tumor you have. Upon meeting her I didn't even realize she had had such extensive surgery. She looked wonderful. I won't downplay the experince she had but you'll come through it especially if you try to stay positive. My husband had reconstruction following a partial mandibulectomy and looks great also. He had the bone from his leg grafted to his lower jawbone. The plastic surgeons can do amazing things today. Stay strong and keep coming to this board-the people here are truly inspiring!
Sue

cg to husband, 48 Stage 1V head and neck SCC. First surgery 9/07. Radiation and several rounds of chemo followed. Mets to chest and lungs. "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain." Went home to God on February 22, 2009.