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 ...
Even if you don't think you've had a tonsil stone, it's possible you've felt the effects of one without realizing. While these little collections of food and bacteria aren't harmful, they can cause ...
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 ...
Miriam O’Leary, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist (ENT) and Chair of Otolaryngology at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. O’Leary is also an associate professor at Tufts University School of Medicine.
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 ...
Struggling with bad breath that won’t go away? Tonsil stones could be the reason. Here’s how to remove them at home and keep your breath fresh daily. Ever wondered why your mouth still smells, even ...
While there’s no established link between lupus and tonsil stones, the inflammation associated with lupus may contribute to their formation. Tonsil stones, or tonsilloliths, aren’t specific to lupus.