Oral and mouth pictures including photographs of apthosis ulcers, hairy tongue and geographic tongue. Kevin Kavanagh
Submaxillary Salivary Gland Stones
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The picture below shows a stone in the left submandibular (submaxillary) salivary gland duct.  The submandibular salivary gland is the most common salivary gland to form stones.  This is because it has a wide duct and a mucoid saliva which flows up hill.  Prevention of stone formation includes plenty of fluids and sialogues, such as a few drops of lemon juice or a dill pickle.  Notice the normal orifice of the right submandibular gland (Warthon's) duct. 

Salivary Gland Stone in Warthon's Duct
 
 

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