Salivary gland imaging.
Dry mouth, facial swelling, and pain are common signs of salivary gland disorders that may be encountered in the dental practice. Diagnostic imaging can facilitate assessment of patients with these problems. The purpose of this review paper is to discuss the imaging modalities available for assessment of the major salivary glands, their indications, and limitations to assist the dentist managing patients with salivary gland disorders.
University of Michigan, School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, Mich 48109-1078, USA.
Carol Anne
CA
Murdoch-Kinch
D003952:Diagnostic Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D011877:Radionuclide Imaging; D012466:Salivary Gland Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D012796:Sialography; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014463:Ultrasonography