How to Remove Tonsil Stones
Aug 24, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Small tonsil stones can be removed using forceps and curettes, while larger ones require surgical removal. For small tonsil stones, the physician can extract them from the tonsils with forceps and curettes while the patient holds their mouth open. Some hospitals now employ vacuum aspiration devices specifically designed for removing tonsil stones; if the stones are very small, extraction is relatively easy.
In daily life, you may experience symptoms such as a foreign-body sensation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, or halitosis (bad breath). Most people assume these symptoms are caused by tonsillitis or gastric discomfort. In fact, another possible cause is tonsil stones. So, how can tonsil stones be removed?
How to Remove Tonsil Stones
Small tonsil stones can be extracted using forceps and curettes; larger ones require surgical removal. For small tonsil stones, the physician can use forceps and curettes to remove them from the tonsils while the patient holds their mouth open. Some hospitals now employ negative-pressure suction devices specifically designed for removing tonsil stones—tiny stones can be easily extracted this way via suction. Larger tonsil stones necessitate mucosal incision surgery: when stones are particularly large, it becomes necessary to excise part of the overlying mucosa to fully remove the stone.
Adopt healthy dietary habits in daily life: rinse your mouth after meals and maintain good oral hygiene to reduce the risk of oral infections. Your diet should be light and mild—avoid spicy, hard, or fried foods, as these can irritate the tonsils.
In everyday life, cultivate sound lifestyle and dietary habits. We hope this information proves helpful to you.
