You can lower your risk of viral infections of the salivary glands by being immunized against mumps and influenza.
Although there are no specific guidelines to protect against other types of salivary gland disorders, it is helpful to do the following:
Avoid smoking.
Eat a healthy diet.
Drink six to eight glasses of water daily to avoid dehydration.
Practice good oral hygiene, with regular tooth brushing and flossing.
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Salivary gland disorders are conditions that lead to swelling or pain in the saliva-producing tissues around the mouth. Causes, incidence, and... Read more »
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Salivary gland infections are viral or bacterial infections of the saliva-producing glands. There are three pairs of major salivary glands. ... Read more »
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Salivary gland biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue or cells from a salivary gland for examination. Alternative Names ... Read more »
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Salivary gland tumors are abnormal cells growing in the ducts that drain the salivary glands. Alternative Names Tumor - salivary duct ... Read more »
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Salivary duct stones are crystallized minerals in the ducts that drain the salivary glands. Salivary duct stones are a type of salivary gland... Read more »