SALIVARY GLAND STONES REMOVAL
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A salivary gland stone -- also called salivary duct stone -- is a calcified structure that may form inside a salivary gland or duct. It can block the flow of saliva into the mouth. The majority of stones affect the submandibular glands located at the floor of the mouth.
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This video shows removal of salivary gland stones. The description defines a salivary gland stone, also called a salivary duct stone, as a calcified structure that may form inside a salivary gland or duct and can block the flow of saliva into the mouth, noting most stones affect the submandibular glands at the floor of the mouth.
Key points
- Shows removal of salivary gland stones
- Defines a salivary duct stone as a calcified structure forming inside a gland or duct
- Explains a stone can block the flow of saliva into the mouth
- Notes the majority of stones affect the submandibular glands at the floor of the mouth
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This video presents “SALIVARY GLAND STONES REMOVAL” — A salivary gland stone -- also called salivary duct stone -- is a calcified structure that may form inside a salivary gland or duct. It can block the flow of saliva into the mouth. The majority of stones affect the submandibular glands. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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