Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Salivary Glands and Saliva01:23

Salivary Glands and Saliva

3.6K
The salivary glands, of which there are three pairs known as the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands, play a crucial role in maintaining oral health and initiating the digestive process. Positioned near the ears, beneath the masseter muscle, the parotid glands secrete saliva into the oral cavity through the parotid duct of Stensen. Meanwhile, the submandibular glands, located on the floor of the mouth, secrete saliva through channels named submandibular ducts. The sublingual glands,...
3.6K
Exocrine Glands: Types of Secretions01:13

Exocrine Glands: Types of Secretions

4.7K
Exocrine glands produce and release a variety of glandular products. Exocrine glands can be classified into serous, mucous, or mixed types based on their secretory products.
Serous glands produce watery secretions rich in digestive enzymes and proteins. The constituent cells of the serous gland have centrally located nuclei and eosinophilic secretory granules in the cytoplasm. The parotid gland is an example of a serous gland. It secretes saliva, which contains enzymes, such as lipases and...
4.7K
Adrenal Gland Disorders01:27

Adrenal Gland Disorders

4.2K
Adrenal gland disorders manifest when the production of adrenal hormones deviates from the norm, resulting in either excessive or insufficient concentrations.
Adrenal insufficiency, characterized by insufficient cortisol and aldosterone production, leads to conditions like Addison's disease. This disorder, affecting the adrenal cortex, exhibits symptoms such as skin bronzing, dehydration, low blood pressure, fatigue, and weight loss. Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, a genetic ailment causing...
4.2K
Accessory Organs01:31

Accessory Organs

78.3K
Accessory organs are those that participate in the digestion of food but do not come into direct contact with it like the mouth, stomach, or intestine do. Accessory organs secrete enzymes into the digestive tract to facilitate the breakdown of food.
78.3K
Lipid Digestion01:06

Lipid Digestion

108.5K
Lipids are large molecules that are generally not water-soluble. Since most of the digestive enzymes in the human body are water-based, there are specific steps the body must take to break down lipids and make them available for use.
108.5K
Oral Cavity01:11

Oral Cavity

4.1K
The oral cavity, or the mouth, is a complex structure in humans that plays a vital role in our day-to-day lives. Its role is not only in chewing and swallowing food; it also plays a role in speech and facial expressions.
Teeth: The teeth are the hardest structures in our bodies. Humans have two sets of teeth throughout their lifetime: deciduous (baby) teeth and permanent teeth. Each tooth consists of several parts: the crown (visible part), the root (embedded in the jaw), enamel (hard outer...
4.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Parotid Gland Enlargement in Acromegaly: A Case Report of This Rare Finding.

Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons·2020
Same author

Parotid swellings in an adolescent.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)·2019
Same author

Radioactive Iodine-Induced Hyposalivation: Case Report.

Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons·2019
Same author

Lingual (Not Palatine) Tonsillolith: Case Report.

Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons·2019
Same author

Facial paralysis of unknown etiology.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)·2019
Same author

Eagle Syndrome: Case Report.

The New York state dental journal·2018

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 20, 2026

Isolation of Salivary Epithelial Cells from Human Salivary Glands for In Vitro Growth as Salispheres or Monolayers
08:03

Isolation of Salivary Epithelial Cells from Human Salivary Glands for In Vitro Growth as Salispheres or Monolayers

Published on: July 15, 2019

9.8K

Salivary gland disorders.

Louis Mandel1

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Salivary Gland Center, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, 630 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032, USA.

The Medical Clinics of North America
|December 3, 2014
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Diagnosing salivary gland diseases involves integrating patient history, clinical exams, imaging, serology, and pathology. This approach ensures accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for various salivary gland disorders.

Keywords:
DiagnosisSalivary gland diseaseSecretory dysfunction

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: A Focus on Standardized Salivary Gland Ultrasound Protocol in Connective Tissue Disease Research
07:25

Author Spotlight: A Focus on Standardized Salivary Gland Ultrasound Protocol in Connective Tissue Disease Research

Published on: October 13, 2023

7.1K
Ultrasound-guided Botulinum Toxin-A Injections: A Method of Treating Sialorrhea
07:05

Ultrasound-guided Botulinum Toxin-A Injections: A Method of Treating Sialorrhea

Published on: November 9, 2016

25.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2026

Isolation of Salivary Epithelial Cells from Human Salivary Glands for In Vitro Growth as Salispheres or Monolayers
08:03

Isolation of Salivary Epithelial Cells from Human Salivary Glands for In Vitro Growth as Salispheres or Monolayers

Published on: July 15, 2019

9.8K
Author Spotlight: A Focus on Standardized Salivary Gland Ultrasound Protocol in Connective Tissue Disease Research
07:25

Author Spotlight: A Focus on Standardized Salivary Gland Ultrasound Protocol in Connective Tissue Disease Research

Published on: October 13, 2023

7.1K
Ultrasound-guided Botulinum Toxin-A Injections: A Method of Treating Sialorrhea
07:05

Ultrasound-guided Botulinum Toxin-A Injections: A Method of Treating Sialorrhea

Published on: November 9, 2016

25.7K

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Salivary gland diseases manifest with diverse signs and symptoms.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the diagnostic methodology for salivary gland disorders.
  • To correlate signs and symptoms with diagnostic findings.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive patient history intake.
  • Thorough clinical examination.
  • Integration of imaging, serology, and histopathology results.

Main Results:

  • Systematic diagnostic process aids in identifying specific salivary gland pathologies.
  • Multidisciplinary approach ensures accurate diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Definitive diagnosis of salivary gland disorders relies on integrated data.
  • Effective therapeutic strategies are guided by precise diagnosis.