sal·i·var·y (s l  -v r  )adj. 1. Of, relating to, or producing saliva. 2. Of or relating to a salivary gland. |
salivary
pertaining to the saliva.
salivary amylase
an α-amylase, ptyalin, initiates digestion of starch and glycogen in the mouth. Dogs, cats and horses appear not to secrete the enzyme.
salivary calculus
see sialolith.
salivary duct atresia
a congenital absence of lumen in the duct; causes distention then atrophy of the gland.
salivary duct dilatation
see ranula.
salivary ducts
excretory ducts that carry the saliva from the glands to the mouth cavity.
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