No matter how well you brush your teeth or how many breath mints you pop, you can’t quite seem to shake that stubborn case of bad breath. What’s going on? Many things can cause bad breath, but one of ...

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium debris deposits that form on the tonsils. While tonsil stones are ...

At a recent check-up my dentist said I had bad breath caused by tonsil stones, which was mortifying. What can I do about it? Dr Philippa Kaye answers: There are many possible causes of bad breath - or ...

Not only are tonsil stones a "thing," they're far more prevalent than they're discussed. One woman details her year-long mystery, solved.

Your tonsils are oval-shaped pads of tissue in the back of your throat, one on each side. They work as part of your body's immune system to filter bacteria and viruses. Tonsils also make white blood ...

Q I have been told that I have tonsil stones. What are they, and how do you get them? Do you know if this is a common condition? Are there any natural remedies? A Tonsils are the two rounded pads of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Everyone is bound to have bad breath in the mornings. It’s when the stench lingers post-teeth brushing ...

Dear Doctors: I have been told that I have tonsil stones. What are they, and how do you get them? Do you know if this is a common condition? Are there any natural remedies? Dear Reader: Tonsils are ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: I have tonsil stones. They are little balls that come from the back of my mouth when I sneeze, cough or gargle. They resemble small pieces of garlic. Aside from being annoying, they ...