DENTAL HEALTH
How can tonsil stones occur? Tonsil stones, also known as "tonsilloliths," are tiny clumps of solidified substance that can develop in your tonsils. They most frequently affect youngsters and have been known to create poor breath. It is uncommon to have a huge tonsil stone; the stones are often little. Tonsil stones are not hazardous and may not require treatment, but surgical alternatives are available if they become a problem. What signs indicate tonsil stones? Lots of people who have tonsil stones don't show any symptoms. Those who experience symptoms may develop: poor breath cough earache unwell throat un unpleasant aftertaste You can have trouble swallowing if you have tonsil stones. Perhaps something seems to be trapped in the back. Infections brought on by tonsil stones may also be challenging to cure with medications. Sometimes they are unintentionally discovered on an x-ray, scan, or during a dental exam.