Sialolith of Unusual Size and Shape in the Anterior Segment of the Submandibular Duct

Abstract

Sialolithiasis is a common condition characterized by the formation of salivary stones or calculi, also known as sialoliths, within a salivary gland or its duct. Usually, sialolithiasis presents as salivary gland swelling with intermittent pain around mealtime. All salivary glands can develop sialolithiasis, yet it occurs most commonly in the submandibular gland. In this report, we describe an unusual large sialolith measuring 1.7 cm and uncommonly resembling a canine tooth. The sialolith was removed surgically via intraoral approach, and the salivary secretion was restored.