Sometimes, salivary stones can block the flow of saliva. When saliva can't exit through the ducts, it backs up into the gland, causing pain and swelling. Pain is usually off and on, is felt in one ...

Obstruction or blockage of the salivary glands is relatively common, affecting up to 2% of the population. Salivary gland obstruction results in pain and swelling in the cheek or under the jawline ...

MSK’s salivary gland tumor experts, including surgeon Bhuvanesh Singh (center), are among the most experienced in the nation. For many people with salivary gland tumors, surgery performed by an expert ...