Sialolitíase: entenda o que é e como é tratada | Arthur Vicentini CRM 154.086

In this video, Dr. Arthur Vicentini, Head and Neck Surgeon, explains the process of salivary stone formation and treatment options, from spontaneous elimination of small stones to less invasive procedures. Watch! 📅 Schedule your appointment: http://bit.ly/agende-consulta-drarthur CHECK OUT THE TEXT CONTENT: 00:18 Salivary Glands When discussing sialolithiasis, we encounter a complex, lengthy, and difficult-to-understand name. However, upon closer analysis, "sialo" refers to saliva and "lithiasis" to the formation of stones, similar to biliary and urinary lithiasis, more familiar terms related to gallstones and kidney stones. There are several salivary glands in our body, including the minor salivary glands which are distributed in various regions of the mouth, such as the palate, the inside of the cheeks, the floor of the mouth, and the throat. On the other hand, the major salivary glands comprise the three pairs of glands located on each side. These are the parotid gland, located in front of the ear; the submandibular glands, which fit under the jawbone; and the sublingual glands, located under the tongue, within the oral cavity. The submandibular and parotid glands, in particular, share a single duct that transports saliva to the mouth after its production. 01:14 Process of Calculus Formation When there are obstructions or drainage difficulties in these ducts, due to changes in the composition of saliva, such as changes in mineral salt concentrations or a decrease in fluid volume, the saliva becomes denser and takes longer to leave the glands. This promotes the formation of crystals that clump together and form small stones, known as salivary calculi. These stones resemble small mineral fragments. With the formation of calculi, which characterizes sialolithiasis, we face significant difficulty in saliva excretion. This often results in swelling of the salivary glands and obstruction of salivary flow, causing considerable pain, discomfort, and inconvenience. This condition leads many people to seek help in our office. 02:18 How is the removal of these calculi performed? In some situations, very small calculi may be eliminated spontaneously, while in others, removal can be performed through less invasive procedures. In more severe cases, especially regarding submandibular glands already affected by disease, removal of the gland may be necessary as an alternative. A more modern and recent option involves the use of sialoendoscopy, which should be indicated with caution. 02:50 Function of Sialoendoscopy Sialoendoscopy is primarily based on the dilation of the salivary ducts and the use of a device inserted into the salivary canal to remove stones and correct obstruction, ensuring a more adequate flow of saliva. Therefore, if you know someone who suffers from swelling of the salivary glands during eating, especially before or shortly after starting a meal, share this content with them so they can better understand their condition and consider sialolithiasis as a possible cause. There are other posts that discuss this topic further, check them out: 1 - https://arthurvicentini.com.br/sialol... 2 - https://arthurvicentini.com.br/calcul... 3 - https://arthurvicentini.com.br/estou-... ✅ Did you like this video about #? Leave your comment and share it with your friends. 📱 Follow my profile on social media: http://bit.ly/linktree-drarthurvicentini 🔗 See the complete post at the link: https://arthurvicentini.com.br/ LINK TO THE VIDEO ITSELF –