Hi walknlite,

Your situation sounds very similar to hers. The docs seem optimistic, especially with the early diagnosis. She's still somewhat timid about talking or blogging about the situation but after the surgery I'll ask her to sign in and meet all you wonderful people who have provided so much comfort during this trying time. God bless.

Wife is 57 years old. Diagnosed May 30,2009 after oral surgeon did a biopsy. Wife had surgery on June 23,2009. Surgeon took piece from arm after removing squamus mass from lower gum