One of the most high-tech ways of removing Tonsil Stones is by using a water-powered toothbrush, Such as:
WaterPik Sensonic Professional
This unit is perfect because it has a very low pressure setting and shots a softer stream of water. The tonsils are extremely sensitive and shooting a high powered spray of water into them might cause bleeding, pain or even tearing of the tonsil tissue.
Here’s how you can use this brush to remove tonsil stones:
- Make sure to first run water through the unit and test the different pressure settings. Set the pressure to the lowest setting and spray your mouth a little to get used to the water. It might feel weird at first.
- Place the nozzle directly in front of the tonsil crevice. Turn the unit on. Tilt your head over the sink and allow the tonsil stones to run down the drain. Do this to each crevice in each tonsil.
- Repeat Steps 2 and 3 a day or two later. While you will dislodge some tonsilloliths on the first day, the majority of tonsil stones will come out more easily on the second attempt a day or so later.
- We recommend that you use this process monthly or bi-monthly to keep your tonsils free of tonsilloliths and your breath fresher.