Marlene,
Congratulations on your good fortune in finding this early. Mine was also found at the root of a tooth in the bone. It is amazing how effective early detection can be and frightening to realize that we often tend to ignore or block out symptoms that something is not as it should be and that many medical professionals overlook the obvious or misdiagnose. Thanks to Brian and all who participate in this forum and in the Oral Cancer Foundation as medical advisors.