No, the whole tongue is not always removed. In most early cases, tongue cancer surgery removes only the tumour and a small amount of nearby tissue. Complete removal is generally needed only when the cancer is advanced. The tongue cancer surgery success rate depends on the cancer stage, tumour size and lymph-node spread. When a larger portion is removed, tongue cancer surgery reconstruction can help improve speech and swallowing. The tongue cancer surgery cost in India varies according to the surgery type, reconstruction and hospital stay. Therefore, the exact tongue cancer surgery cost is decided after examination and scans. Conclusion At Heyansh Oral Cancer Hospital, treatment is planned to remove the cancer safely while preserving maximum tongue function whenever possible.