Each year in the United States there are 2,000–2,500 cases of salivary gland cancer. This makes up about 6%–8% of all head and neck cancer diagnoses.

Salivary stones are small deposits of calcium and other minerals. They can form in the ducts of any type of salivary gland. Larger stones can block the flow of saliva and cause the glands to swell.

Depending on the stage of your salivary gland tumor and the effects it’s having on your body, your physician may recommend a combination of treatment options. The right treatment for you also depends ...