Management of a Submandibular Sialolith: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT

Sialolithiasis is a condition that is characterized by the obstruction of the salivary gland duct opening by calcified mineral deposits due to various factors discussed in this case report. The most common symptom associated with the pathology is difficulty in deglutition, which can often lead to dehydration due to poor water intake. This, in turn further increases the viscosity of saliva which further promotes the formation of sialoliths. The management is dictated by the location and size of the sialolith, and in this case report, the significance of conservative treatment is emphasized while acknowledging the importance of invasive treatment when necessary.