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What is your quality of life after a partial maxillectomy?
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Feb 5 7:14am | Replies (24)Comment receiving replies
When you say partial what do you mean? I lost on one side all of my upper teeth, upper jaw, and hard palate.. i now have an obturator to improve speaking and swallowing. Will you have radiation? Will you be wearing an obturator or having reconstructive surgery.? Im quite amazed Mayo did not accept you. Is this cancer related?
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Yes, cancer related. You describe exactly the surgery that has been recommended. Yes, an obturator; radiation possible. Mayo felt that they could not add to the care that is being received here in Colorado. Still seeking a second opinion before going forward. Can you speak to the quality of life you now have? Would you do it again? Thanks so much!