No medicines: There is no medicine to get rid of tonsil stones. Salt water gargles, gentle brushing of the tonsils and a water pik at a low setting have been things that have worked for some of my patients. Some people think if they control their allergies it also helps.
Answered 8/23/2017
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No medication works: If you've got a water pick, a mirror, a penlight, and good coordination, you can probably manage them. A half-unbent paper clip may be more likely to hurt you but can work well. The "stones" are actually masses of keratin. Nobody understands why some folks get them. A ENT doctor can resurface your tonsils with a laser, or remove them -- the latter's probably not worth it.
Answered 11/13/2017
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