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THE ENT BLOG
Ear, Nose & Throat insights from Mike Dilkes, expert in ENT laser surgery
Treatment of tonsil stones
This hidden tonsil stone was easy to laser vapourise under local anaesthetic
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Tonsil stone pockets where food and salivary debris traps and is firmed into smelly lumps causing bad breath
Tonsils can develop deep holes like these. Food and salivary debris lodges in here, forming a smelly tonsil stone
Advanced Laser ENT Treatments for Tonsil, Snoring, and Nose Issues
About Mike Dilkes ENT Surgeon
Traditional tonsillectomy or partial tonsillectomy - laser tonsillotomy.
Laser tonsil removal under local anaesthetic spray
Tonsil stones form in cracks, holes and crevices that run through the tonsils. They are basically food and salivary debris which becomes trapped, then rots.
These deep holes and cracks in the tonsils are where tonsil stones form. They can be the source of a bad taste and bad breath, particularly if the teeth and gums are normal
Understanding Tonsil Stones: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tonsil stones form in crypts, crevices and fissures within the body the tonsil. They can cause bad taste, bad breath and sore throat.
Recognising Symptoms of Tonsil Stones
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are small, hard deposits that form in the crevices of the tonsils. While they are generally harmless, they can cause discomfort and sometimes lead to more noticeable symptoms. Recognising the symptoms early can help you manage the condition effectively and seek appropriate treatment if necessary. Understanding the Symptoms of Tonsil Stones Tonsil stones can vary in size and severity, and their symptoms may not always be obvious. Som
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