What are Tonsil Stones
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
10. Management
If you have tonsil stones but do not experience symptoms, no treatment is necessary. Otherwise, some professionals recommend frequent gargling with salt water after meals to prevent any debris buildup in the crypts. Sometimes, this will also help to dislodge any tonsilloliths near the surface. Also, many people remove tonsil stones at home, removing them with a cotton swab. However, if tonsil stones are not easily accessible, avoid self-removal, and seek help from a professional.
If you experience recurrent tonsil stones, a tonsillectomy, or the surgical removal of your tonsils, might be the best option for you. It is also the only proven way to prevent tonsil stones.
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