Hey...I am over 30 now (33), but was first diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma on the left side of my tongue at the age of 21. My cancer they say was caused by my teeth moving...they called it "constant trauma." I have had three glossectomies (they removed a portion of my tongue), a lymphectomy (removed 8 lymph nodes and glands this last time - 2 years ago) and Radiation. Let me know if there is anything that you need or just need to talk. I have had two recurrences and am still here to tell the story.