If you are among the population of people endlessly fascinated with tonsil stone removal videos, you’ve probably paused one of those videos to asked yourself, “Wait...do I have tonsil stones?” Even I, ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Ever have a little white lump embedded in your tonsil? A good chunk (sorry) of us probably have one right now, although if it’s very small you may not feel it. These lumps are totally normal, and this ...

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 discomfort. Good oral hygiene and quitting smoking can help ...

Tonsil stones form when debris collects in the tonsils then calcifies to form hard stones. Prevention tips can include gargling with salt water, using mouthwash, using a water flosser, or having a ...

Tonsil stones typically don’t pose serious health risks, but they can be irksome to deal with. They can cause bad breath, an unpleasant sensation as if there’s something lodged in the back of your ...

Discomfort in the back of your throat, with or without bad breath, despite regular brushing and flossing, may be a sign of many possible conditions, including strep throat or tonsillitis (an infection ...

It’s time for another installment of Burning Questions, the column where I answer the health questions that you maybe don’t want in your google history. As a reminder, this is not medical advice and I ...