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What is the best way to get tonsil stones out of your throat?
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Surgery: The best way is surgery. Another option is a long course (up to six weeks of antibiotics) to decrease the size of the tonsils and the pockets that allow tonsil stones to form.
Answered 10/12/2016
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Gargle: The mechanical action of gargling can dislodge stones. I recommend gargling 2-3x/day. Do not pick at the stones with q-tips etc, as that can cause bleeding and scarring.
Answered 9/8/2013
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