Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sialolith
noun
/ˌsaɪəˈlɒlɪθ/
Definition
A sialolith is a calcified mass or stone that forms in the salivary glands.
Examples
- A sialolith can cause pain and swelling in the mouth.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with a sialolith after examining their symptoms.
- Regular hydration helps reduce the risk of forming a sialolith.
Meaning
Sialoliths can obstruct the flow of saliva, leading to inflammation and infection in the affected gland.
Synonyms
- Salivary stone
- Salivary calculus
