What Are Tonsil Stones & How To SAFELY Remove Them

Let's talk about what causes tonsils stones, how to treat tonsil stones, and how to prevent tonsil stones! If you’re one of the small percentage of people to get tonsil stones (“tonsilloliths”) you know what a bother they can be. Usually, tonsil stones cause serious bad breath, or halitosis. Understanding what causes tonsil stones can help you find ways to reduce their severity, cut back on how many you get, or prevent them altogether. What Are Tonsil Stones? A tonsil stone is a calcified buildup of debris that collects on the surface of and around your tonsils. They’re made up of things like calcium hydroxyapatite crystals, calcium carbonate, plus a mixture of other minerals, food debris, and oral bacteria. What Causes Tonsil Stones? People who have recurring tonsillitis tend to develop what we call “tonsillar crypts” across their surface. These crypts look like crevices or craters in your tonsils, creating a range of openings or sunken-in areas that can collect bacteria and food debris. They’re caused by gradual accumulation of bacterial byproducts, food, and the natural microorganisms that are found inside of your mouth. When a tonsil stone forms inside one of your tonsillar crypts, it gradually increases the size of that opening, enlarging the area and making you more likely to have recurring tonsil stones. Fortunately, these calcium deposits are usually temporary. Some people are able to remove them on their own, or they just work their way out over time. Tonsil stones are more common in people who have several crevices or crypts across their tonsil surfaces typically due to a history of infections and illness. They tend to occur more frequently in teenagers. But if you’re a person who has had tonsilloliths in the past, you’ll be at a greater risk of getting them in the future. Learn more about tonsil stones: https://teethtalkgirl.com/videos/what-causes-tonsil-stones 🦷 Free Oral Health Routine Guide: https://bit.ly/free-oral-hygiene-routine-guide ▶ WANT EVEN MORE TEETH TALK? ∙VISIT MY WEBSITE: https://teethtalkgirl.com ∙SHOP Happy Teeth! https://givehappyteeth.com/ ▶ HELP KEEP THIS CONTENT FREE - https://www.patreon.com/teethtalkgirl AND FOLLOW MY SOCIAL MEDIA :) ▶ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/TeethTalkGirl/ @TeethTalkGirl ▶ FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/TeethTalkGirl/ @TeethTalkGirl ▶ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TeethTalkGirl @TeethTalkGirl ▶ BACKGROUND MUSIC: artlist.io #tonsilstones ***This video does not provide medical advice and is intended for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your dentist or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or seen on social media.*** ✌ P E A C E ♥ L O V E ☺ T E E T H ☺