Hello,
I'm recovering from Head & Neck cancer and had a partial mandibulectomy and neck dissection in Dec 23. I also lost 5 teeth. No radiation as yet, unless the cancer returns. My neck flap has been made into new 'gum' and I can't have dentures until at least the end of this year (24).
I have seen nothing on this type of cancer and relationships and I'm fine with being open and identifiable, if it helps anyone.
So, obviously the first few weeks, kissing was out as bottom lip (and chin) completely numb, swollen 'gum' and internal stitching in mouth as well as 40 stitches in my neck. This was tough as we are a passionate couple who love kissing as well as a very healthy love life, lucky us!
After a couple of months we managed to get back to almost full-on kissing, just got to be a bit careful but there was full enjoyment of mind and body. The same with oral sex, as long as care is taken with depth and speed, it is all good. There are some funny noises though with the space the missing teeth have caused but if anything, that adds to the sexiness.
So, your sex life and wonderful kissing isn't necessarily over once you have had oral surgery, it just takes time and tender, loving care.
All the best to anyone going through this.
Morning Carolyn, I was waiting for PMs to return to get in touch again my friend, but it'staking a little longer than hoped, I hope you and B, are still having a wonderful time with the family especially all the little ones, and your feeling pretty good with no more trips to the Dr's but hopefully some nice days out. We've had a couple of days out to the coast, our granddaughters 6th birthday party and another wedding where my eldest daughter had to teach a guy being a little too touchy feeling with my youngest daughter a short sharp lesson on boundaries 
, I was a little surprised to see someone post on this thread so long after the last one, but I'm glad the lady has found a way through their issues and given some good advice too, well done her.
Take care my friend, and my love and best wishes to you and your family.
Eddie and Sheila xx
The same with oral sex, as long as care is taken with depth and speed, it is all good
Oh I darent! It’s what got me into this predicament in the first place.
Yes Yes… I know this post is a year old but I couldn’t resist commenting.
Get your youngsters vaccinated against HPV.
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
That’s a gorgeous outlook. Bless you !
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
