Removal of large or infected lymphoid tissue located the back of the throat. Both adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy assist with improving breathing. Tonsillectomy assist with chronic or recurrent sore throat. Adenoidectomy assists with sinus discharge

Perform biopsies to evaluate lesions in the mouth

Includes removal of lymphoid tissue in the back of the tongue

includes reshaping the palate to improve the airway in this region

Removal of parotid gland and submandibular gland for chronic infection or tumors. Saliva gland stones may cause swelling, pain, and infection of the gland. Depending on their location, the gland may require removal or the stone may be removed from incisions within the mouth preserving the gland