How To Treat A Salivary Gland Stone

Massage By A Doctor Or Dentist

A massage by a doctor or dentist may be another treatment option for salivary gland stones. If the stone happens to be quite small, a careful massage by either a doctor or dentist can gently ease the stone from the gland until it is forced out of it. While doctors and dentists prefer to only use this method if the salivary gland stone is small, they can make a slight incision in the gland to help it pass more easily during the massage if the stone is a little too large. This is why if individuals start to notice a stone below their tongue or in their cheek, they should schedule an appointment to see either a doctor or dentist as soon as possible. The longer individuals leave the stone there, the larger it will become if it does not pass naturally.

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