To help our patients further their understanding of the parotid glands and delicate facial nerve, as well as prepare themselves for surgery, Dr. Larian and his team at the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery have created the following educational resources, articles and guides.
4 Tips to Keep Your Parotid Glands Healthy
The parotid glands, also known as salivary glands, provide us with saliva, benefiting our overall oral and bodily health. Keeping these glands healthy is imperative to our well-being.
Learn More >>The Anatomy of the Parotid Gland
The parotid glands each produce about 10% of the saliva in the mouth, but there is more to the parotid gland and the effects it has on your health.
Learn More >>Mucocele & Ranula
A mucocele is a cyst-like lesion in your mouth, most commonly found at the surface of the lower lip.
Learn More >>Salivary Gland Inflammation
Sialadenitis, or salivary gland inflammation, is an often painful bacterial infection of a salivary gland.
Learn More >>Salivary Gland Stones
The development of tiny calcium deposits, or stones, within a salivary gland is called sialolithiasis, or salivary gland stones.
Learn More >>Parotid Tumor
Both benign (non-cancerous) and cancerous salivary gland tumors may develop anywhere in the salivary glands, but the majority of them are parotid tumors.
Learn More >>Parotid & Salivary Gland Info
The major salivary glands, three pairs in total, are found in and around your mouth and throat.
Learn More >>Types of Tumors
Salivary gland tumors are abnormal cells growing in the ducts that drain the salivary glands.
Learn More >>Instructions For Parotid Surgery & FAQ
During the first week after surgery patients feel well when they wake up in the morning but find that they get tired very easily.
Learn More >>The Parotid Stone
A parotid stone in the salivary gland can make it very difficult for saliva to pass through the saliva ducts, causing extreme discomfort for the patient.
Learn More >>Minimally Invasive Parotid Surgery
Patients who need a parotid tumor removed may have many questions regarding facial surgery.
Learn More >>Can Cell Phone Use Cause a Parotid Tumor?
Cell phones have become a large part of contemporary culture so it is very easy to overlook the negative effects that it may have on our health.
Learn More >>What is the Parotid Gland?
Gain an understanding of the definition and function of the parotid glands, as well as the complications that commonly affect this structure.
Learn More >>Parotid Glands and Facial Paralysis
Further your education concerning facial paralysis - a rare but significant complication associated with parotid surgery.
Learn More >>I have salivary stones… Do I need surgery?
Salivary gland stones, called sialolithiasis, are small calcium deposits that block the flow of saliva in the salivary glands.
Learn More >>Saving the Facial Nerve during Parotid Surgery
Learn about the cutting-edge approach expert parotid surgeon, Dr. Larian, and leading facial nerve specialist, Dr. Azizzadeh, use to successfully save the delicate nerve during parotid surgery and preserve facial function.
Learn More >>Parotid Surgery FAQs
It's normal to have questions regarding your upcoming procedure. We have put together a list of frequently asked questions and answers about parotid surgery.
Learn More >>Parotid Surgery Instructions
To ensure a swift recovery and promote healing following your procedure, please take a moment to review the CENTER's parotid surgery instructions.
Learn More >>The Parotid Gland and The Facial Nerve
Explore the intimate relationship between the parotid gland and the delicate facial nerve, and learn how these two important structures impact one another during surgery.
Learn More >>Reasons why a parotid gland might not function correctly
Salivary gland health is important to bring to people’s attention because there are a number of different disorders that can occur in the parotid gland.
Learn More >>Preventing Facial Paralysis during a parotid surgery
Tumors in the parotid gland tend form very close to and sometimes on top of the facial nerve, making parotid surgery a highly risky and sensitive type of surgery.
Learn More >>Progressive Technique in the Spotlight
Once you have been diagnosed with a parotid tumor, it is imperative that you are aware of the different treatment options available to you.
Learn More >>Why immediate medical attention is required for parotid tumors
Many people have or will experience swollen salivary glands at some point in their lifetime. However, a lump close to the ear that is around for longer that a couple weeks may be a parotid tumor and it is imperative that you seek medical attention from an experienced physician for diagnosis.
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Dr. Babak Larian
Dr. Babak Larian, a globally recognized board-certified head and neck surgeon with extraordinary expertise in micro-parotidectomy. He is deeply committed to the treatment of individuals affected by parotid disorders and calls upon an entire team of experts to ensure his patients receive the best care possible. His cutting-edge, minimally invasive approach to parotid removal provides incredibly high success rates and lower risks of complications.
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Dr. Babak Azizzadeh
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, a Harvard-trained board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is world-renowned for his proficiency in the facial nerve preservation, ensuring that parotid surgery is both functionally and aesthetically successful. Having penned five textbooks and contributed to hundreds of medical journals and articles, Dr. Azizzadeh is largely considered to be a preeminent leader in his field.
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Dr. William H. Slattery
A board-certified head and neck surgeon, as well as an otology and neurotology specialist, Dr. Slattery has extensive experience evaluating, diagnosing and treating diseases of the parotid glands. With ample knowledge in cranial structures and facial nerve function and disorders, Dr. Slattery is fully qualified to ensure optimal outcomes for complex parotid removal cases.
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