Certain foods can increase the acidity of the stomach or relax the LES, causing acid reflux. Additionally, if you experience bad breath, avoiding pungent foods can help to limit that.
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If your tonsil stones keep coming back, if they’re large, or if your tonsils seem overly irritated or swollen, it might be time to visit your doctor.
Most of the time, the most effective way to treat bad breath is by practicing good oral hygiene.
What happens when you don’t brush and floss regularly? Lots of things, such as periodontal or gum and bone disease, tooth decay, toothaches and bad breath.
Good dental habits can help prevent tonsil stones. Brush and floss your teeth regularly to remove bacteria and keep things from getting stuck in your tonsils. Gargling after eating can also prevent food buildup.
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Most of the time, the most effective way to treat bad breath is by practicing good oral hygiene.
Understanding the causes of bad breath can help you make the necessary decisions and changes to address the problem. There are quite a few potential causes of bad breath, and many people have more than just one. While it can be tough to discern exactly which of these problems are leading to the unpleasant smell, we have tools to address each one of them.
At-home removal. You might be able to remove tonsil stones by scraping gently with water picks or swabs.Saltwater gargles. Gargling with warm, salty water may help ease the pain of tonsillitis and help remove stones.Tonsil Stone Complications
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Probiotics can be consumed through supplements or certain foods like yogurt and kefir. Including these foods in your diet can help promote a healthy oral microbiome and reduce bad breath.
This debris gets hard with time and turns into stone. Some people may have to deal with just one stone, whereas some might have many smaller stones. Poor dental hygieneLarge tonsilsChronic sinus issuesChronic tonsillitis or inflamed tonsils How to identify tonsil stones?
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The team from the BBC TV series 'Trust me I’m a doctor' spoke to dentists about how to spot and avoid bad breath. Watch the video below for their tips: All content within this column is provided for general information only, and should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your own doctor or any other health care professional. The BBC is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made by a user based on the content of this site. The BBC is not liable for the contents of any external internet sites listed, nor does it endorse any commercial product or service mentioned or advised on any of the sites. Always consult your own GP if you're in any way concerned about your health.