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Tumors of the minor salivary glands are relatively uncommon. During the past 100 years, these tumors have received scant attention in the medical literature and little information has accrued concerning their surgical management. This report presents and discusses the surgical management of eight benign and 72 malignant tumors of intraoral minor salivary glands. Each patient was operated upon by one of the authors and represents the largest individual series collected to date. The age, sex, site of tumor origin, presenting symptoms, duration of symptoms and histologic type are summarized. Surgical results including morbidity, mortality and follow‐up data, which in some instances extends over an 18‐year period, is presented. This study indicates that the individual entrusted with the initial treatment of these tumors has the prime opportunity to effect a “cure.” An “adequate operation” offers the optimal chance for a cure. Enucleation of malignant tumors of minor salivary glands is to be condemned. Prolonged follow‐up is mandatory to determine the ultimate results of treatment rendered.

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