Transoral Removal of Intracanalicular Stones in the Submandibular Glands

In the past two decades, the field of major salivary gland obstructive disease has shifted towards minimally invasive, organ-preserving techniques, with the main aim of preserving the affected gland and its function. Transoral release of intracanalicular stones in the submandibular gland (a quite easy and safe procedure) is such a minimally invasive, organ-preserving surgical technique, which should be employed before turning to sialadenectomy of the affected gland.