What are tonsil stones?
Tonsil stones are also known as tonsiloliths. They form small pieces or clusters of hard materials in the crevices of the tonsils. While it is not entirely known how tonsil stones develop, it is thought that they are the result of on accumulation of dead white blood cells, bacteria that have grown on the tonsils, and salivary glands that are too active. Tonsil stones often feel like hard or foreign objects coming out of the tonsils and can be uncomfortable. While tonsil stones are not harmful, they can also cause halitosis. Self removal of tonsil stones In many cases a tonsil stone can be removed by the patient. A small eye or medicine dropper can be used to help suck out small stones, especially if the medicine dropper has a curved tip. In some cases a tonsil stone will not be able to be removed in this way, but instead will naturally emerge and loosen from the tonsils, which will allow it to be removed more easily. Using a small, pulsating stream of salt water can also help clear out
