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Is Bad Breath a Sure Sign of Gum Disease

Dealing With Tonsil Stones

The answer is no! While bad breath is a possible sign of gum disease, other common causes crop up as well. For example, tonsil stones can cause bad breath. Tonsil stones are created when decaying food debris collects in the crevices of the tonsils and becomes compacted into what are referred to as “stones.” You can have bad breath from tonsil stones without having any gum disease at all. Post-nasal drip can also cause bad breath, as the discharged mucous provides a rich food for the anaerobic […]

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Treating Tonsil Stones from Home

Tonsil Stones Treatments

So, what are tonsil stones? Tonsil stones are yellowy, odd shaped stones found in crevices of the tonsils, also known as tonsilloliths. While tonsil stones aren’t considered dangerous, they can cause other problems such as bad breath. Suffering from such bad breath can really have an adverse effect on your confidence so getting rid of your tonsil stones should be of paramount importance. Tonsil stones are a combination of dead cells made up of hard mucous, nasal drippings, bacteria and left over bits of food. When these […]

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