There are several ways in which to treat tonsil stones and the appropriate option usually depends on their size and severity. Tonsil stones can vary greatly in size as well as in the accompanying symptoms. Although there are more natural remedies available it is always best to seek medical advice as soon as you suspect you have tonsil stones. A professional opinion and examination with not only confirm the correct diagnosis but it will also eliminate the worry of having something much more serious.

In those cases where tonsil stones do not cause any problems and are basically present without the person being aware of it, no treatment as such is actually required. As long as there is no pain or discomfort, there is no need to worry about having tonsil stones.

Those who are brave enough and are not opposed to self help remedies might choose to remove their tonsil stones at home. This can be done with the use of a swab or pick, which you simply have to sterilise beforehand.

Another option used in the treatment of tonsil stones is that of gargling with warm, salty water. It is said that this can help relieve some of the pain experienced in the throat. Gargling is commonly done to help ease the pain which accompanies tonsillitis.

Tonsil stones that cause considerable pain and lead to infection can be treated with antibiotics. Although, antibiotics may not always work and for those who find their use futile it is then important to try to establish the underlying cause behind the stones.

In cases where tonsil stones are extremely problematic and large in size, surgical removal is the ultimate option. Treatment through surgery can be done under a local anaesthetic and recovery is usually between three to five days.