Tonsil Stones: What Are They And What Can You Do About Them?

A tonsil stone is an accumulation of calcium deposits which are the direct result of calcification. They are found in various parts of the mouth and back of the throat. The medical term for this affliction is called tonsilloiths. These little nuisances can be a real pain because they gather very easily in the crevices and pockets of the tonsils. What's interesting is that they can still occur even after the tonsils are removed. The tonsil is a very sensitive thing and when it is filled with food, dead skin cells, mucus and bacteria it becomes a great place for tonsil stones to grow and populate.

They are often a white or pale yellow color and can sometimes resemble mucus. Those who suffer from tonsil stones on a consistent basis often report that the stones can sometimes hurt and cause bad breath, tonsillitis or even a sore throat. That isn't always the case though. There are some that suffer without any noticeable signs or symptoms. They may not even know they are suffering from this until they examine the back of their throat closely in the mirror. The best way to prevent this type of thing from occurring is to be diligent with your hygiene regimen. The food that gets lodged in your tonsils will likely get eliminated when you brush, floss and rinse as advised.

Drink More Water

Another key thing to incorporate into your oral care regimen is the scraping of the back of the tongue. So often the smaller particles of food get stuck there and have easy access to transfer over onto your tonsils. This is why detailed brushing and flossing are so important. This will help to dislodge any type of food that gets stuck in all the many tiny crevices in the mouth. You should also try to drink more water as this will help to get rid of any tonsil stones that may be starting to form.

Effectively killing the bacteria that is ever-present in the mouth is how we would eradicate the likelihood that tonsil stones would occur. You do this by keeping your mouth in the best shape as possible by constantly tending to it on a daily basis. Make sure to rinse thoroughly and daily with an all-natural mouthwash as it helps to completely rid your mouth of harmful bacteria and gunk.

Depending on the level of mouth health you already have, you may have to increase the amount of attention you give to your mouth. Using salt rinses or all-natural mouthwash to really coat the back of your throat to eliminate the formation of the stones is suggested. Oral health is key. Take care of your mouth so you aren't at risk for issues like these. 

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