CBCT Diagnosis: Case #1

Patient came in with pain in the upper right side: her report of symptoms are that swellings comes and goes for about one year sometimes a bad taste in her mouth, any sour foods would cause swelling & irritation in the area. This is most consistent with an obstructed salivary duct. A radiograph was taken of the patient’s gland and duct using a basic size 2 digital sensor. Four sialoliths was noted on the radiograph. She was instructed to use sour sugar-free candy to help pass the obstructions and she was also referred to an oral surgeon for further evaluation. She reported that her symptoms resolved soon after starting the sour candies.