The generally inaccessible locations of the salivary glands have traditionally led to challenges in accurate diagnosis and treatment of gland pathology. Although greatly improved in modern times, clinicians continue…
Can sialocele be prevented when undergoing salivary gland surgery? Question: I have been evaluated for a salivary gland mass by a head and neck surgeon and he has recommended…
Can large salivary gland stones be removed without surgery? Question: A few weeks ago I started to have pain and swelling along my lower jaw during eating. I also…
Can I avoid surgery after a failed sialendoscopy? Question: I have a long history of salivary gland stones and conventional treatments have become ineffective. Recently I developed a large stone…
In the wake of the death of Beastie Boys singer Adam Yauch, there have been many questions about parotid cancer. As a specialist in the treatment of benign and…
How do I know if I’m a candidate for Sialendoscopy of my salivary gland stones? Question: I just got back from the ENT. I had a CAT scan of…
How are salivary gland stones diagnosed? Question: I had a consultation for swelling in my right cheek that comes and goes when I eat sour foods. So times it is…
Dr. Ryan Osborne, Director of Head & Neck Surgery and Salivary Gland Disorders, at the Osborne Head & Neck Institute, specializes in the non-surgical removal of salivary gland stones causing…