how to prevent tonsil stones

If you are one of the lucky few who managed to avoid having their tonsils removed as
a child, then you may be subject to an annoying disorder known as tonsil stones or tonsilloliths.
These stones are white, chalky growths that occur within your tonsils and can cause bad breath, throat irritation and, when they get large enough, the sensation of your throat closing.

Luckily, preventing tonsil stones is relatively easy and painless, if you know what to do.

Tonsilloliths are caused by things like bacteria, dead white blood cells and the activity  of enzymes on food that is trapped in the little pockets formed by your tonsils.

Understanding these points makes preventing them much easier because, if you know their source, you know their solution.

1. Maintain good oral hygiene.

Not only is this important in preventing tonsil stones, but it will also help you stop gingivitis and other nasty diseases.

Brush your teeth at least twice a day and be sure to floss. If possible, brush, floss and use mouthwash after every meal.

2. Use an oxygenating toothpaste.

Oxygenating toothpaste is especially effective in preventing tonsil stones because it kills the bacteria in your mouth.

Be sure to brush your tongue, gums and roof in order to clear any lurking bacteria.

3. Drink only water.

Sugary drinks can often leave a residue within your tonsils that can cause stones. Additionally, water actively works in preventing tonsil stones because it can wash away any food debris that has collected.

This makes it a cheap, easy and valuable solution.

4. Do not eat right before bed.

Stop eating at about 30 minutes before bed time and make sure you brush thoroughly after your last meal or snack.

These actions will prevent any food particles from lingering around your mouth while you sleep and causing tonsilloliths.

Eating certain food groups have been directly linked to causing tonsil stones. Stay away from these, and you are on your way to eliminating 50% of the problem.

5. Scrape your tongue.

Over the course of a day, your tongue can collect dead white blood cells, bacteria and
food particles.

A tongue scraper can go a long way in treating tonsil stones because it will remove all three of the potential causes from your tongue.

6. Gargle.

Gargling with any mouthwash will help you remove trapped food particles lingering near the tonsils.
Gargling with an oxygenated mouthwash takes it a step further by killing the bacteria that is present.
This is like your one-two punch for preventing tonsil stones.

Do yourself a favour and start using these tips today. Tonsil stones are not deadly and they may not impact your life significantly, but they are not a condition anyone enjoys having.

From the paranoia of bad breath to the stifling feeling of your throat closing in on you, they can negatively affect your personal and social life.

Preventing tonsil stones is easy, painless and inexpensive and can save you a lot of discomfort and embarrassment.