HEAD NECK
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Detailed explanation-1: -There are three pairs of salivary glands in the human mouth. The parotid gland (located on each of the cheeks), the sublingual gland (located under the tongue) and the submandibular gland (located beneath the lower jaw).
Detailed explanation-2: -You have three pairs of major salivary glands under and behind your jaw-parotid, sublingual and submandibular. Many other tiny salivary glands are in your lips, inside your cheeks, and throughout your mouth and throat.
Detailed explanation-3: -The parotid glands are the largest salivary glands. There are 2 parotid glands, one in front of each ear on either side of the face. The submandibular glands are smaller than the parotid glands. The sublingual glands are the smallest of the major salivary glands.