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Louis Mandel¹, Payam Afzali

¹LM7@Columbia.edu

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|June 25, 2009

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A rare, asymptomatic sialolith (salivary stone) in the lower lip was discovered incidentally. This radiolucent salivary gland stone was only detected by the patient feeling a hard nodule.

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Area of Science:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dental Radiology
Pathology

Background:

Sialolithiasis, the formation of salivary stones, commonly affects major salivary glands but can occur in minor salivary glands.
Lower lip minor salivary gland sialoliths are infrequent, and often present with symptoms like pain or swelling.

Observation:

An asymptomatic, radiolucent sialolith was identified within the lower lip.
The patient's only indication of the sialolith was the palpation of a firm nodule with the tongue.

Findings:

The sialolith was radiolucent, meaning it was not clearly visible on standard X-rays.
Despite being asymptomatic, the sialolith presented as a palpable, hard mass in the lower lip.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of thorough clinical examination in diagnosing subtle oral pathologies.
Radiolucent sialoliths in minor salivary glands may present atypically, requiring careful diagnostic consideration.
Early detection, even in asymptomatic cases, can prevent potential complications associated with salivary gland stones.