Tonsil stones can be very embarrassing due to the fact that it brings a nasty smell with it. Worse is that some people are not even aware that they have it. Thus, it can be a challenge to know how to get rid of tonsil stones, if you do not even know what they are and if they do exist in your tonsils.
The medical term for tonsil stones is tonsilloliths. These are small,off-white balls or otherwise known as deposits of calcium matter. They get stuck in the craters that are near the tonsils. People who have deep tonsil craters are usually the ones who get affected by it, but this could affect others too.
The first thing that you need to know are its symptoms. A person affected by tonsil stones would usually have white or yellowish debris at the back of his mouth and in some parts of the tongue. He would also experience pain in swallowing, as well as neck pain. The worst symptom as well as an effect of tonsil stones is halitosis or bad breath. For health and self-confidence reasons, it would be best to prevent or get rid of stubborn tonsil stones in the best way that works for you.
Here are some tips on how to get rid of tonsil stones, or at least prevent them from occurring.
1. You can actually use salt water to gargle. By doing this everyday, you can gradually remove tonsil stones. After the gargle, you can use a toothpick or a bobby pin to remove the stones. You just need to be very careful in extracting them or you might hurt yourself. A cotton swab is a safer way to get them off too.
2. You can consult a dentist, or a physician and ask for medication that can help you remove those dreaded tonsil stones. They would usually recommend antibiotics or an oral gargle. However, it is not guaranteed that it will relieve the patient of the tonsil stones altogether.
3. A tonsil stones operation is also possible especially when all the home remedy efforts and medications given by the doctor have been ineffective.
4. If after the operation, the tonsil stones are still recurring, it may be necessary to do a tonsillectomy. This is basically the complete removal of the tonsils. This should be your last option.
5. To prevent tonsilloliths, it is better to frequently use mouthwash and toothpaste with oxygenating components. A tongue scraper would also do a better job than just using a toothbrush to scrape off debris from your mouth and tongue.
If you are plagued by tonsil stones or anyone you know from your family or your group of friends, then it is better to do a physical check that one can do on his or her own. If that’s difficult, it is always better to get yourself checked by a medical professional. It is time to end your agony and the loss of your self-esteem because of bad breath. You need to act fast in getting rid of these tonsil stones. Take care of your mouth. Your overall health depends on it.
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