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The Salivary duct is like salivary gland and its to make saliva and help the bolus ( soft mass chewed food ) go down the esophagus easily.
And saliva contains enzymes which help break down food to form which the body use.
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What is the function of the salivary gands?
The main function of the salivary gland is to secrete the saliva. The main function of the saliva is to lubricate and make to food semi solid. So that the food should be properly masticated and can be swallowed easily. The other functions are incidental, probably.
What are the names of salivary glands found anterior to the ear?
The salivary gland located anterior to the ear is the Parotid Gland.The parotid glands
What is alveolar gland and what's its function?
A secretory salivary gland referring to the esophagus or in the mouth.
Swollen neck glands after eating?
Most likely a stone in the salivary gland or duct. Eat sour foods and the stone may work its way out into your mouth.
What is the function of the Stensen's duct?
It delivers the saliva secreted by parotid glands to the mouth
What is the name of infra orbital salivary duct?
I think it is the salivary gland.
Why are salivary gland scans performed?
Salivary gland scans are performed to evaluate the overall function and health of the salivary glands. These scans can help diagnose conditions such as Sjögren's syndrome, salivary gland tumors, and salivary duct obstructions. The scans involve the injection of a radioactive tracer that is taken up by the salivary glands, allowing them to be imaged and assessed for any abnormalities.
What is another name for the parotid duct?
Stensen's duct is another name for the parotid salivary gland duct
What is the medical term meaning surgical repair of a salivary duct?
The term -ectomy is used for surgical removal so it will be called ductectomy.
Where does the duct from the salivary gland empty?
Inside the mouth laterally or under the tongue.
The opening of the what is located in the buccal mucosa just opposite the maxillary second molar?
Parotid salivary gland duct, also called Stenson's duct.
What is the main function of salivary glands?
The main function of the salivary glands are to moisten the food in your mouth so you can swallow easier and it is all mushy.
There is severe pain when drinking cold can this be caused by a salivary gland infection?
If the pain is located in the jaw or neck with radiation to the ear it may be caused by a blocked salivary duct.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a salivary stone?
A sialolith is the medical term for a salivary stone. Sialolithiasis is the condition of salivary stones.The term for a stone in the salivary gland is Sialolithiasis.SialolithiasisSialolith
What is the function of cystic ducts?
The cystic duct lies between the gallbladder and the common bile duct. Its' function is to transport bile from the gall bladder to the common bile duct.
What are the two types of glands?
The two types of glands in a human body are ductless glands and duct glands. A few of the duct glands are tear ducts, sweat glands, and salivary glands.
What is the function of the lacrimal duct?
a duct that carries tears from a gland out to the surface of the eye
