Blocked Salivary Glands The salivary glands, when operating optimally, produce about a litre of saliva each day. This liquid helps to remove bacteria from the mouth, aid in digestion and keep the throat and oesophagus moist. A blocked salivary gland, however, can cause serious problems. Symptoms of Blocked Salivary Glands The salivary glands throughout the […]
Sialolithiasis
Sialolithiasis is a term used to describe stones which form in the salivary glands. The overwhelming majority of stones are found in the submandibular salivary gland, which lies near the angle of the jaw. Stones are much more likely to form in the submandibular gland because there is a greater concentration of calcium in the […]
Symptoms of Salivary Gland Stones
Salivary Gland Stones Saliva (spit) is produced by the salivary glands in the mouth. There are three major salivary glands in addition to many minor salivary glands in the body that produce saliva. These glands also produce an enzyme called “amylase” that breaks down starch into the disaccharide maltose. The chemicals and salts in saliva […]
