Drink less water, be careful of salivary stones, and solve the question of what “salivary stones” are.

Drink less water, be careful of salivary stones, and clear up the question, what are salivary stones?

Salivary stones or stones in the salivary glands can occur in anyone, there are many factors that cause stones, and our lifestyle habits themselves may play a part in triggering them. Let’s get to know more about salivary stones so that we can find ways to prevent and treat them as soon as possible.

What is salivary stones?

Salivary is a buildup of calculus inside the major salivary gland. Blockage causes pain, swelling of the salivary glands, and some cases may find an infection that can turn into an abscess.

Causes of salivary stones

The cause of salivary stones is still unknown, but there are factors believed to affect the development of salivary stones, such as inflammation of the salivary glands, thickening of the salivary duct walls (stenosis), changes in saliva components, such as an increase in calcium in saliva.

Symptoms of stones in the salivary glands

Salivary stones Each person may have different symptoms, such as less salivation, pain in the salivary glands, usually related to meals. Salivary glands are swollen and inflamed. Sometimes infection of the salivary glands may also be found.

Guidelines for self-care to prevent salivary stones

Because the cause of salivary stones is still unknown. Therefore, there is no way to prevent salivary stones, but we can take measures to reduce the risk of salivary stones, such as:

• Drink enough water.
• No smoking.
• Take care of regular oral cleaning.
• Oral and dental health check-ups at least 1-2 times a year.

In addition, if you suspect that you have salivary stones, you should see a doctor/dentist for further diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

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