How to Make Tonsil Stones Fall Out - #7268
I’ve been noticing a bad taste in my mouth, and when I checked my throat, I found small white lumps on my tonsils. After some research, I found out they’re called tonsil stones. What exactly causes them, and what are the best ways to remove them? How to make tonsil stones fall out naturally without causing damage to the tonsils? From what I read, tonsil stones form when food particles, bacteria, and mucus get trapped in the small crevices of the tonsils. But why do some people get them more than others? Is it due to poor oral hygiene, or does the size of the tonsils make a difference? I also saw that gargling with salt water or using a water flosser can help loosen tonsil stones. Are there other effective home remedies? Can coughing or pressing on the tonsils make them fall out, or is that risky? Another thing I’m wondering about is how to prevent tonsil stones from coming back. If someone has large tonsils, are they always at risk, or can certain lifestyle changes help? When is tonsil removal recommended as a permanent solution? For those who have had tonsil stones, what worked best for removing them? Did they fall out on their own, or did you need to get them professionally removed? I just want to understand more about how to make tonsil stones fall out safely and prevent them from returning.
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