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Glands27
  • Ranulas are mucoceles that occur in the floor of the mouth and usually involve the major salivary glands. (medscape.com)
  • Specifically, the ranula originates in the body of the sublingual gland, in the ducts of Rivini of the sublingual gland, and, infrequently from the minor salivary glands at this location. (medscape.com)
  • Mucoceles usually require excisional biopsy and removal of the servicing minor salivary glands. (medscape.com)
  • The development of mucoceles and ranulas depend on the disruption of the flow of saliva from the secretory apparatus of the salivary glands. (medscape.com)
  • There are three paired major salivary glands in humans: the parotid glands, the submandibular glands, and the sublingual glands. (wikipedia.org)
  • There are also about 800-1,000 minor salivary glands in the mucosa of the mouth. (wikipedia.org)
  • The function of the salivary glands is to secrete saliva, which has a lubricating function, which protects the mucosa of the mouth during eating and speaking. (wikipedia.org)
  • Some disorders affecting the salivary glands are listed below. (wikipedia.org)
  • Congenital disorders of the salivary glands are rare. (wikipedia.org)
  • Infections involving the salivary glands can be viral or bacterial (or rarely fungal). (wikipedia.org)
  • Mucocele is a common condition of the minor salivary glands that is generally found on the lower lip. (bvsalud.org)
  • The term mucocele is used to denote the clinical manifestations of two different phenomena that affect the minor salivary glands: mucus extravasation cyst and mucus retention cyst 1-3 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Mucoceles do not exhibit preference for either sex and they can occur at any site in the oral cavity where there are minor salivary glands 5-9 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Dentists are involved with aspects of salivary gland function in several ways, such as diagnosing problems involving the major and minor salivary glands, in the management of oral dryness associated with salivary problems, in the treatment of caries and periodontal disease resulting from decreased salivary flow, and in controlling salivation during restorative procedures. (medscape.com)
  • Significant abnormality or disease of the salivary glands, such as that associated with Sjögren syndrome or neoplasm, necessitates additional evaluation by an otolaryngologist or an otolaryngologist/head and neck surgeon for comprehensive treatment of the gland pathology itself. (medscape.com)
  • In some countries, maxillofacial surgeons are also involved in the primary treatment of neoplasm involving the salivary glands. (medscape.com)
  • [ 1 ] This article reviews basic salivary anatomy and physiology, several important diseases affecting the glands, salivary constituents as measures of health, trends in diagnosis, and the management of xerostomia and drooling. (medscape.com)
  • The salivary system is composed of 3 major gland sets and multiple minor glands. (medscape.com)
  • Autonomic innervation of the salivary glands involves both parasympathetic and sympathetic input. (medscape.com)
  • More recent research, however, suggests that salivary function in the major glands may diminish with increasing age. (medscape.com)
  • It is not known why this condition occurs, however, trauma damaging the salivary glands/ducts has been proposed as a possible mechanism. (dvsc.com)
  • Figure demonstrating the four salivary glands from which a sialocele can be formed. (dvsc.com)
  • The only definitive treatment for a sialocele is the surgical removal of the affected salivary glands. (dvsc.com)
  • Removal of salivary glands requires a skilled surgeon and is a delicate procedure due to the large vessels and many important nerves that are in the area the glands. (dvsc.com)
  • The mandibular and sublingual salivary glands are excised together because the sublingual salivary gland is intimately associated with the mandibular salivary gland. (dvsc.com)
  • The salivary glands are dissected carefully and then removed (Figure 6). (dvsc.com)
  • When MEC appears as asymptomatic swellings in minor salivary glands, being the second most common site of occurrence after the parotid gland, it can be located on palate, in retromolar area, floor of mouth, buccal mucosa, lips, and tongue [2-5]. (9lib.co)
Reduced salivary flow1
Superficial mucoceles2
  • Regarding superficial mucoceles, trauma does not always appear to play an important role in the pathogenesis. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with superficial mucoceles report small fluid-filled vesicles on the soft palate, the retromolar pad, the posterior buccal mucosa, and, occasionally, the lower labial mucosa. (medscape.com)
Cyst5
  • At times, the mucus retention cyst, also referred to as the sialocyst or the salivary duct cyst, is included in this group of lesions but appears to represent a separate entity on the basis of its clinical and histopathologic features. (medscape.com)
  • It is thought to be created by an ectopic portion of salivary gland tissue which causes the bone of the mandible to remodel around the tissue, creating an apparent cyst like radiolucent area on radiographs. (wikipedia.org)
  • The mucus retention cyst appears as a superficial asymptomatic swelling that is usually not associated with a history of trauma. (medscape.com)
  • 2] However, the retention cyst is a true cyst due to an epithelial proliferation of the exit ducts that generates an obstruction of the salivary flow. (bvsalud.org)
  • Dentists advise to include labial pyogenic granuloma in their differential diagnosis (ie, mucocele , cyst , abscess , hematoma , minor salivary gland trauma or tumor ) when assessing lesions in the upper and lower lips , in particular when related to a history of trauma . (bvsalud.org)
Cysts2
  • The lesions of the sinus, such as sinus mucoceles, antral pseudocysts, and retention cysts, are not included in this discussion. (medscape.com)
  • Retention cysts are more common among elderly patients, while mucoceles caused by mucus extravasation are more common in children and young adults 4-9 . (bvsalud.org)
Ranula6
  • Collectively, the mucocele, the oral ranula, and the cervical, or plunging, ranula are clinical terms for a pseudocyst that is associated with mucus extravasation into the surrounding soft tissues. (medscape.com)
  • Rarely, the mucocele arises within the submandibular gland and presents as a plunging ranula. (medscape.com)
  • Ranula is a mucocele under the tongue. (wikipedia.org)
  • Although trauma to the floor of the mouth or neck region is thought to be associated with the development of a ranula, a specific incidence is usually not identified. (medscape.com)
  • Ranula is a blue-looking mucocele located in the anterior part of the floor of the mouth. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
  • In case of recurrence of the ranula in the surgical operation, the ranula and salivary gland are removed. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Lesions3
  • These lesions occur as the result of trauma or obstruction to the salivary gland excretory duct and spillage of mucin into the surrounding soft tissues. (medscape.com)
  • Differential diagnosis is important because mucoceles resemble other lesions such as focal fibrous hyperplasia, papilloma and lipoma, and even benign neoplasia should be considered 5 . (bvsalud.org)
  • When lesions occur on the anterior ventral surface of the tongue, tongue thrusting may be the aggravating habit, in addition to trauma. (medscape.com)
Abscess1
  • This fluid generally does not contain bacteria or large numbers of white blood cells unless there has been infection of the salivary gland or an abscess has formed. (dvsc.com)
Gland function1
  • Changes in minor salivary gland function and composition of the saliva may contribute to their development. (medscape.com)
Submandibular gland2
  • they are usually associated with the sublingual gland, and less often they arise from the submandibular gland or a minor salivary gland. (wikipedia.org)
  • As a result, obstructive salivary gland signs and symptoms may develop, such as pain or discomfort when eating, a feeling of fullness at that site, and increased swelling of the submandibular gland. (medscape.com)
Saliva5
  • Studies have revealed increased levels of matrix metalloproteins, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, type IV collagenase, and plasminogen activators in mucoceles compared with that of whole saliva. (medscape.com)
  • Saliva also contains digestive enzymes (e.g. salivary amylase), has antimicrobial action, and acts as a buffer. (wikipedia.org)
  • Salivary gland dysfunction affects the flow, amount, or quality of saliva produced. (wikipedia.org)
  • Sialocele is defined as the accumulation of saliva in the tissue due to leakage from a salivary gland or salivary duct. (dvsc.com)
  • Clinical signs associated with this type of sialocele include reluctance to eat, abnormal eating/chewing and the presence of blood-tinged saliva due to the trauma caused by chewing or eating. (dvsc.com)
Tumors1
  • Epithelial salivary gland neoplasms are rare both in adults and children, accounting for less than 3% of all head and neck tumors. (9lib.co)
Ranulas2
  • Surgical excision with the submission of the tissue for histopathologic examination is the treatment of choice for persistent oral mucoceles and ranulas. (medscape.com)
  • When oral ranulas are large, the tongue may place pressure on the lesion, which may interfere with submandibular salivary flow. (medscape.com)
Neoplasia1
  • Salivary gland excision can be performed to treat salivary gland neoplasia or mucocele. (noah.ie)
Oral6
  • Oral mucoceles are common, and are caused by rupture of a salivary gland duct and spillage of mucin into the surrounding tissues. (wikipedia.org)
  • A mucocele is a mucus-filled, variable-sized, cavity that can appear as a nodule in the oral mucosa. (bvsalud.org)
  • Dr. Stein can treat a wide range of facial traumas, including facial lacerations, oral lacerations, broken and knocked-out teeth, facial bone fractures, broken noses, fractures to the cheekbones and eye sockets, and fractured jaws. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
  • An accident that involves facial trauma can be painful and distressing, but New York Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery provides the treatment needed to repair both the damage to your teeth and your peace of mind. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
  • Individuals with salivary gland disorders often find themselves having poor oral hygiene with multiple cavities. (sakraworldhospital.com)
  • Oral and maxillofacial trauma. (nshealth.ca)
Rupture2
  • Extravasation of mucus into underlying connective tissue is the result of rupture of an excretory gland of a minor salivary gland, caused by trauma or laceration 4 . (bvsalud.org)
  • It's a very common exophytic lesion resulting from a salivary accumulation, due to an alteration of the minor salivary gland.They can be categorized according to their etiology: they may occur from extravasation or retention of the secretion.The main one is the extravasation mucocele caused by traumatic rupture of the gland's epithelium spilling out the mucus in the extra-glandular space. (bvsalud.org)
Asymptomatic1
  • Mucoceles are painless, asymptomatic swellings that have a relatively rapid onset and fluctuate in size. (medscape.com)
Etiology1
Lesion1
  • Necrotizing sialometaplasia is a lesion that usually arises from a minor salivary gland on the palate. (wikipedia.org)
Diseases3
  • Salivary gland diseases (SGDs) are multiple and varied in cause. (wikipedia.org)
  • However, topics as salivary mucoceles, thyroid and parathyroid diseases and surgeries will also be covered. (esavs-asia.org)
  • 4) have become confident in treating salivary mucoceles and surgical diseases of thyroid and parathyroid. (esavs-asia.org)
Sublingual2
  • The skin over the mandibular and sublingual salivary gland is incised. (dvsc.com)
  • Marsupialization of Sublingual Salivary Mucocele. (dvsc.com)
Mucus retention1
  • Mucoceles, which are of minor salivary gland origin, are also referred to as mucus retention phenomenon and mucus escape reaction. (medscape.com)
Vascular1
  • It is thought to be due to vascular infarction of the salivary gland lobules. (wikipedia.org)
Fluctuant1
  • Classically, a mucocele is bluish and fluctuant, and most commonly occurs on the lower lip. (wikipedia.org)
Resemble1
  • The superficial mucocele, a special variant, has features that resemble a mucocutaneous disease. (medscape.com)
Surgery3
  • After reviewing the indications and techniques for current urinary tract surgery, we will address the surgical treatments of urinary incontinence and urinary tract trauma. (esavs-asia.org)
  • Endoscopy and laparoscopy offer less invasive ways to treat pets requiring surgery in applicable cases, which is proven to lead to faster recovery times and less trauma for your pet. (meadowbranchanimalhospital.com)
  • Other problems such as surgery for trauma to the urinary system are not unusual and are offered here at NOAH. (noah.ie)
Surgical removal2
  • The objective of this study is to report an unusual case of mucocele in the first year of life that was treated with surgical removal and postoperative follow-up. (bvsalud.org)
  • The conventional treatment is surgical removal of the minor salivary gland responsible 10,11 . (bvsalud.org)
Lower lip1
  • This paper reports a case of a labial pyogenic granuloma in the lower lip of a 15-year-old boy due to chronic trauma from the maxillary left central incisor . (bvsalud.org)
Patients2
  • Accidents which result in facial trauma in NYC often impact patients physically and emotionally. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
  • Patients who endure facial trauma in New York which involves knocked-out teeth can salvage their own tooth and potentially have it replanted into the mouth if specific steps are taken. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
Clinical2
  • This paper describes a clinical case of mucocele in a baby, emphasizing aspects related to diagnosis and treatment of the condition. (bvsalud.org)
  • The clinical features associated with mucoceles include a nontender, mobile, dome-shaped enlargement with intact epithelium that lies over it. (medscape.com)
Include2
  • such insults include a crush-type injury and/or severance of the excretory duct of the minor salivary gland. (medscape.com)
  • They include: Aplasia Atresia Ectopic salivary gland tissue Stafne defect - an uncommon condition which some consider to be an anatomic variant rather than a true disease. (wikipedia.org)
Mechanism1
  • Furthermore, trauma that results in damage to the glandular parenchymal cells in the salivary gland lobules is another potential mechanism. (medscape.com)
Facial trauma3
  • Otolaryngologists who pursue a career in facial plastics focus on facial trauma reconstruction, gender-affirming procedures, and aesthetic facial procedures. (healthecareers.com)
  • Depending on the individual injury, facial trauma can potentially affect a person's vision, speaking, and swallowing. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
  • Mark Stein, D.D.S., M.D. takes these variables into consideration during facial trauma repair in New York City to ensure the best possible outcome for your injured facial features, both functionally and aesthetically. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
Symptoms1
  • There can be a variety of neurological symptoms from brain trauma that your pet may experience. (vin.com)
Teeth2
  • She had a history of untreated Ellis II trauma and grade two mobility in these teeth for two years. (9lib.co)
  • Some cats have fractured teeth from cat fights and other forms of external trauma. (vin.com)
Physical2
  • Physical trauma is one of the most common ways. (homeremedyshop.com)
  • The patient's physical appearance may also be affected depending on how the trauma is treated and how well the injuries heal. (new-york-oral-surgery.com)
Condition3
  • It is a condition encountered when the salivary gland canals are torn or blocked. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
  • The severity of the condition is determined by how bad the initial injury and trauma were. (vin.com)
  • This condition is most commonly a result of injury or trauma to the joint. (theestheticclinic.com)
Common3
  • Sialadenitis is inflammation of a salivary gland, usually caused by infections, although there are other, less common causes of inflammation, such as irradiation, allergic reactions, and trauma. (wikipedia.org)
  • Chronic trauma was found to be the most common cause of pyogenic granuloma affecting the lip . (bvsalud.org)
  • Mucoepidermoid carcinoma (MEC), one of the most common salivary gland malignancies, is rare in children. (9lib.co)
Mouth1
  • The patient may relate a history of recent or remote trauma to the mouth or face, or the patient may have a habit of biting the lip. (medscape.com)
Result1
  • An auto accident, fall, blunt trauma, a bite, kick or violent shaking, or any other sudden injury to the head can result in TBI. (vin.com)
Function1
  • It was once thought that salivary function did not change significantly with age. (medscape.com)
Removal1
  • Zygomatic sialoceles can be effectively treated with removal of the zygomatic salivary gland. (dvsc.com)
Case4
  • Hematoxylin and eosin stained slides of each case was reviewed microscopically and classified according to Gnepp [7] as follows: Simple lipoma, other variants: fibrolipoma, spindle cell lipoma, intramuscular or infiltrating lipoma, angiolipoma, salivary gland lipoma (sialolipoma), pleomorphic lipoma, myxoid and atypical lipomas. (ijohr.org)
  • Labial pyogenic granuloma related to trauma: A case report and mini-review. (bvsalud.org)
  • Only five case reports were found that discussed the link between labial pyogenic granuloma and trauma . (bvsalud.org)
  • I am sharing with you my story and personal case study using reiki to heal my 11 year old sheltie, Ava, after she was attacked by another dog that resulted in two lacerations on the head and one puncture wound to her salivary gland in her face. (laurahealingwithspirit.com)