Reflex Parotitis as an Unreported Complication of Zygomatic Implants

Reflex parotitis is a recurrent parotid inflammation caused by an imbalance in the parasympathetic and sympathetic innervation of the salivary gland. This is an unknown but real parotid pathology. However, until now, it had not been reported as a complication of the placement of zygomatic implants. This case report presents the case of a male patient who presented from 1 month postoperatively repetitive edema in the parotid region and salivary alterations.