Your doctor can use a sialogram to check for blockages in a salivary duct or gland.

You may feel some pain, uneasiness or swelling in your mouth but the procedure itself is painless.

A catheter (a small flexible tube) is inserted through your mouth and into the duct of the salivary gland. A special dye (contrast medium) is then injected into the duct. This allows the duct to show up on the x-ray. The x-rays will be taken from several positions.

You may need to have sialogram if your doctor thinks you a disorder of the salivary ducts or glands.

A sialogram is a test your doctor can use to diagnose a blocked salivary gland or duct in your mouth. The procedure uses x-rays. Your salivary glands are located on each side of your face.

A sialogram is a test which uses x-rays and a contrast medium (x-ray dye) to produce detailed images of the salivary glands (parotid or submandibular glands). These glands drain saliva into your mouth through small tubes called ducts. The duct openings are located in your cheeks and under your tongue.

After the sialogram is over. The Consultant may instruct you to massage your salivary glands. This will aid in draining the dye. You may find that you experience a bitter taste.