Gargle warm salt water several times a day
Maintain excellent oral hygiene
Brush teeth and tongue after meals and before bed
Floss daily
Use an alcohol-free mouthwash
Stay well hydrated
Gargle with plain water after eating
Use a low-pressure water flosser to dislodge stones gently
Cough gently to help loosen stones
Use a cotton swab carefully to remove visible stones
Avoid picking aggressively or using sharp objects
Eat less sticky and sugary foods
Quit smoking
Treat allergies and postnasal drip
Treat acid reflux if present
Use a humidifier if your mouth is dry
See a dentist or doctor if tonsil stones keep returning
Consider tonsil removal if stones are severe and recurrent