What is the parotid gland?

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What is the parotid gland?

Parotid glands are one of the three main types of salivary glands in the body, and they are located on the sides of the face, just in front of the ear. These glands (together with the sublingual and submaxillary glands) play a very important role: the creation of saliva, which in turn helps digestion, lubricates...

The mouth as an indicator of serious diseases

Oral health is a reflection of the general condition of our body. If our mouth is healthy, it is very likely that we will enjoy good health, but the opposite is also true: if we have poor oral health, we may also have other problems. A very high percentage of systemic diseases (including diabetes, leukemia,...

Should I have my wisdom teeth removed even if they don’t hurt?

In many cases, wisdom teeth are invisible. This happens when they are impacted, that is, trapped under the gum or stuck against an obstacle, a situation that initially may not represent any discomfort, but that with the passing of the time can give way to many complications. For this reason, it is necessary that when...

3 reasons why you suffer from tooth sensitivity in summer

During the hot season, dental hypersensitivity increases due mainly to three factors: 1-Changes in habits in the intake of food and beverages. During our holidays it is normal that our diet is different from the one we usually have, either because we travel and we must get used to a different gastronomy than we are...