Noninflammatory, non-neoplastic disorders of the salivary glands

Noninflammatory, non-neoplastic diseases comprise a diverse group of disorders that can present in a variety of ways. In general, a careful history will sharply focus the diagnostic possibilities. Although the diagnosis usually will be certain following the physical examination, additional testing may be needed to facilitate treatment planning. Sialolithiasis, cystic lesions, radiation injury, treatment to the parotid glands, sialodenosis, and other disorders are discussed in this article.