Depends on location: If a minor lip gland, relatively simple excision and minimal post- operative trouble. If sublingual or parotid, removal is more complex. Speak to your dentist about treatment options if the blockage doesn't clear within two weeks on its own.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Blocked duct: I don't think that you should wait that long. You are more prone to an infection. Small stones can often be negotiated out of a duct by probing and manipulation. Larger and more difficult ones may need surgical excision. If i were you i would consult with an oral surgeon now. He\she after examining you would be able to give you a better evaluation as how best to handle.
Answered 3/24/2017
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