16 Questions
Where is the Sublingual gland located?
Floor of the mouth
What is the largest salivary gland in the human body?
Parotid gland
Which salivary gland mainly produces serous secretions?
Parotid gland
Approximately how many minor salivary glands are distributed all over the oral cavity?
1000
What is the dominant type of saliva produced by the Sublingual gland?
Mucous saliva
Which salivary gland produces around 60% of the total daily saliva?
Submandibular gland
Which syndrome is associated with salivary gland aplasia?
All of the above
What is the main significance of salivary gland aplasia?
Lack of saliva causing dry mouth
What is the clinical manifestation of atresia in the submandibular gland?
Retention cyst
Where is ectopic salivary gland tissue located in Stafne's IBC (idiopathic bone cavity)?
Medial to the angle of the mandible
What may salivary glands disorders present as?
Enlargement of the gland with redness and signs of infection
What is a common symptom of mumps affecting the parotid gland?
Rapid, painful swelling in the parotid region
What percentage of mumps cases are bilateral?
70%
What organs can be affected by mumps infection in adults?
Testes, ovaries, brain, and pancreas
What is the usual duration of mumps infection?
2 weeks
How is mumps primarily transmitted?
Through airborne droplets or contaminated saliva
Learn about the significance of saliva for oral health and function, as well as the role of the major salivary glands in its production. This quiz provides valuable information about the Parotid gland and its contribution to daily saliva production.
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