Sialolithiasis
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Care for sialolithiasis usually falls to the maxillofacial surgeon and, in the dental field, to the dentist or the dental surgeon, since it consists of the formation of stones or "pebbles" within the salivary glands or their ducts, which obstructs the normal flow of saliva.
Common symptoms: Swelling and pain in the affected area, especially when eating, when saliva production increases and the duct is blocked.
Common causes: It is related to the concentration of minerals in the saliva and to factors that favor its stagnation within the gland.
When should you seek help? If the swelling is recurrent, painful, or accompanied by signs of infection, it is advisable to have a professional examine the gland and provide guidance on the steps to follow.
Data on 343 doctors who treat sialolithiasis
Which specialist treats sialolithiasis?
When sialolithiasis (salivary gland stones) is suspected or diagnosed, you should see a dentist, a general practitioner, or an orthodontist. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in sialolithiasis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Blanca Margarita Lora Aguilar
Frequently asked questions
What is sialolithiasis?
Care for sialolithiasis usually falls to the maxillofacial surgeon and, in the dental field, to the dentist or the dental surgeon, since it consists of the formation of stones or "pebbles" within the salivary glands or their ducts, which obstructs the normal flow of saliva.
Which doctor treats sialolithiasis?
When sialolithiasis (salivary gland stones) is suspected or diagnosed, you should see a dentist, a general practitioner, or an orthodontist. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.