Function of Submandibular Glands. The submandibular gland produces saliva, which moistens the mouth and aids in chewing, swallowing, digestion, and helps to keep the mouth and teeth clean.

A computed tomography (CT) scan confirmed the cystic mass, which clinicians determined needed to be removed. Parenchymal window facial CT scan showing submandibular mucocele. The child was placed ...

CT and MRI scans demonstrated ... on review of the previous cervical node and submandibular gland ... right infraorbital nerve is seen along its entire course on axial MRI. Full size image. ...