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How To Get Rid Of Tonsil Stones - Natural Methods
By Greg E. Johnson | June 15, 2009
Defining tonsil stones - Tonsil stones are small to medium sized deposits located in the back of the throat, lodged specifically in the tonsil tunnels, crevices and crypts. But the question is how to get rid of tonsil stones? Getting rid of them is no mess or fuss and can even be done at home.
Appearance - Tonsil stones vary in size from very small to rather substantial. The stones have uneven texture with colors ranging from light to dark yellow. A very bad odor is often associated with the crushed stones. This can be attributed to the sulphur and methyl mercaptan content that closely resembles the gases giving bad breath.
Where do the stones come from? - The stones are created by a combo of bacteria, mucous and debris that builds-up in the tonsils crypts. They originate from micro-orgasms, white blood cells that are dead, over-active saliva glands and food particles.
How do I prevent the development of stones? - Unfortunately, no sure-fire means or method has been identified to prevent tonsil stones. No prevention, but luckily there are a couple of cures. However, impeccable oral hygiene can be considered the ultimate prevention of the mucous, bacteria and debris build-up that causes the development of tonsil stones. This includes regular brushing, flossing and gargling.
Symptoms - Tonsilloliths has no seriously visible symptoms because of the often small size of the stones hiding away in the tonsil crevasses. It is only when the deposits’ size increases that it will be visible to the naked eye and on CT scans and x-rays. Common symptoms include a foul taste in your mouth, halitosis, white debris, sore throat, swallowing difficulty, tonsil swelling, and an irritating sensation at the back of the throat.
Home Treatment - Home treatments are quick, easy, and inexpensive ways to learn how to get rid of tonsil stones. Use your clean finger, toothpick, toothbrush or an ear bud to dislodge the stone manually. Medicine droppers can also be used to suck the stone from the tonsil. These methods are easily employed when you don’t have sensitive gag reflexes.
Pressurized dental irrigation also known as water piking or mere gargling with strong saltwater are also effective for stone removal. The mechanical movements caused by the water will dislodge the nasty deposits. Unfortunately these methods are only a temporary cure for a long term problem. If all else fails your dentist may prescribe antibiotics to clear tonsil infection instead of focusing on the root of the problem.
Surgical removal- Surgery should be the last treatment method considered as the procedure is very risky for older patients as well as being extremely painful. A tonsillectomy will not permanently cure bad breath due to the fact that halitosis is mainly caused by oral bacteria. The stones merely contribute to your breath problem.
Consult with your dentist or health care provider - Please consult with your dentist or health care provider should the condition worsen and cause pain or discomfort. Although the condition is not life threatening, the stones have the potential to cause throat pain, blistering, interference with swallowing and bad breath also known as halitosis.
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May 25th, 2010 at 3:41 am
i have tonsil stone & bad breath