Maintain excellent oral hygiene
Brush teeth and tongue twice daily
Floss daily
Gargle with warm salt water regularly
Use an alcohol-free mouthwash
Stay well hydrated
Gargle after meals
Use a water flosser to clean tonsil crypts gently
Avoid smoking and vaping
Reduce mouth breathing when possible
Treat postnasal drip, allergies, and sinus issues
Treat acid reflux if present
Remove visible stones gently with a cotton swab or irrigator if needed
See an ENT specialist for recurrent or severe tonsil stones
Consider professional removal if stones are frequent
Consider tonsil cryptolysis if appropriate
Consider tonsillectomy for persistent, severe cases
Seek urgent care for fever, severe pain, swelling, trouble swallowing, or breathing problems