Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD Key Takeaways Tonsil stones form when food and debris get trapped and harden in the tonsils. Tonsil stones are often harmless but can cause bad breath and ...

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium debris deposits that form on the tonsils. While tonsil stones are usually not a health concern, they are often an indication of poor oral ...

No matter how well you brush your teeth or how many breath mints you pop, you can’t quite seem to shake that stubborn case of bad breath. What’s going on? Many things can cause bad breath, but one of ...

While bad breath happens to the best of us, sometimes standard brushing and flossing just doesn’t cut it, and dentists that ...

Your tonsils are oval-shaped pads of tissue in the back of your throat, one on each side. They work as part of your body's immune system to filter bacteria and viruses. Tonsils also make white blood ...

Water flossers are all the rage, according to social media, where creators are praising the devices for their megawatt smiles. Many claim that a water flosser is a must-have for clean teeth, good ...

Dear Doctors: I have been told that I have tonsil stones. What are they, and how do you get them? Do you know if this is a common condition? Are there any natural remedies? Dear Reader: Tonsils are ...

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