Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium debris deposits that form on the tonsils. While tonsil stones are usually not a health concern, they are often an indication of poor oral ...

Dr. Ilon Choai, a Miami-based dentist and founder of oral care brand NOBS by biöm, said that tonsil stones, which are small ...

With winter upon us and cold and flu season in full swing, tonsillitis is likely to follow. If you or someone you know has recently battled a sore throat, it’s likely been caused by this common ...

You can still get strep throat even if you have undergone a surgery to remove your tonsils, a procedure called a ...

Even if you don't think you've had a tonsil stone, it's possible you've felt the effects of one without realizing. While these little collections of food and bacteria aren't harmful, they can cause ...

If you’ve ever had a strange feeling at the back of your throat—maybe a little discomfort, a bad taste in your mouth, or ...

A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the palatine tonsils on either side of the throat. An adenoidectomy removes the adenoid glands at the back of the throat behind the nose. Tonsillectomy and ...