Salivary
Salivary (səˈlīv(ə)rē)
The term "salivary" pertains to the saliva or the glands that produce this fluid. The word originates from the Latin term "salivarius," which means "pertaining to saliva."
Etymology
The term "salivary" is derived from the Latin word "saliva," which means "spit" or "saliva," and the suffix "-ary," which means "pertaining to." Thus, "salivary" literally means "pertaining to saliva."
Salivary Glands
The salivary glands are exocrine glands that produce saliva, a fluid that aids in digestion and maintains oral health. There are three pairs of major salivary glands: the parotid glands, the submandibular glands, and the sublingual glands.
Saliva
Saliva is a clear liquid secreted by the salivary glands. It contains enzymes that initiate the process of digestion, lubricates the oral cavity, and aids in swallowing.
Related Terms
- Parotid Glands: The largest of the salivary glands, located in front of the ears. They produce a serous type of saliva.
- Submandibular Glands: These glands are located beneath the jaw and produce a mixture of serous and mucous saliva.
- Sublingual Glands: The smallest of the major salivary glands, located under the tongue. They produce a predominantly mucous type of saliva.
- Salivary Ducts: These are the tubes through which saliva is transported from the salivary glands to the mouth.
- Sialolithiasis: This is a condition characterized by the formation of stones in the salivary glands or ducts.
- Sialadenitis: This is an infection of the salivary glands, often caused by bacteria or viruses.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Salivary
- Wikipedia's article - Salivary
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