Tonsils are two small glands that are located on each side of the throat where contaminants that we have consumed are collected. Sometimes these contaminants will compact and form into hard balls or tonsilloliths. Finding an effective tonsil stones remedy is not always easy but knowing what to look for is.

Some people choose to allow their dentist or physician remove these stones but this can be costly. They can appear once monthly, weekly or even daily. Some may only appear when you get sick but they are still annoying and if left alone can enlarge and cause the tonsils to become sore.

It is a common practice for many sufferers of these annoying and sometimes painful calcified granules to use a tooth brush to brush them away. Many people simply brush the tonsils while brushing their teeth thereby dislodging the tonsilloliths. This can be done easily but you must take care because of the gag reflex that is associated with the back of the throat.

Medicine droppers and turkey basters are another popular way to dislodge them. These are usually filled with water and squirted directly in the pockets or crypts of the tonsils. This forces the calcified stones from their nesting place and makes removing them much easier. It will not hurt you to swallow them but the smell associated with them may not be appealing and could cause your breath to have the same odor.

Oxygen infused rinses may also be used to gargle or rinse the mouth with. There are a number of these on the market and can both freshen the mouth as well as dislodge the stones. The oxygen actually bubbles them out of the pockets they are nestled in.

Goji berries are sometimes used to prevent the production of these stones. It is a natural remedy that has been used for centuries in Asian medicine. It can be used for many different remedies including problems with the digestive system. It is usually combined with other berries and sold in health food stores and herbal shops.

Diet is another way of preventing tonsil stones from forming. Dairy is a main contributor to bacteria in the body. Yogurt and cheese are actually made from natural bacteria so they help replace the bacteria that your body may lack. You may wish to restrict your dairy intake to help slow their formation. Sometimes solid foods can become trapped in the crypts of the tonsils allowing them to solidify. Changing your diet can also help prevent formation.

If you are plagued with large stones that you cannot remove yourself from the crypts, you may consider talking to your doctor about having them surgically removed. This tonsil stones remedy should only be considered if the stones are large and are causing pain and swelling of your tonsils and upon the advice of your physician.