Tonsil Stones Formation and Bad Breath

Through a recent study, it has been proven that the tonsils were a major cause for chronic bad breath in 75% of cases. Both conditions are closely associated and provoked by the same elements.

While chronic halitosis is caused by a bacterial imbalance of the oral flora 90% of the time, an analysis of tonsilloliths have found them to be composed of putrefied food debris, mucus, dead cells, fungus, and bad breath causing bacteria.

These elements tend to accumulate within the pocket-like tonsil crypts where an odorous calcareous matter forms progressively. The result is a constant release of sulfur gaseous wastes released from the crypts and exhaled while speaking and breathing. The result is a constant and severe halitosis condition.

Most people a completely unaware of having tonsil stones. The stones are too small to see or feel and are frequently naturally dislodged from the crypts and swallowed. On the other hand, a small minority will experience major discomforts from the formation of over sized stones and will need to be removed manually or with the help of an ENT (Ear Nose Throat) specialist.

Technically known as Fetor Oris, chronic halitosis is primarily caused by a bacterial imbalance in the mouth. Although frequently associated with poor oral hygiene, conventional brushing and flossing will have little to no effect to improve breath odors.

Fetor Oris is usually caused by the following conditions: Uncleaned food residue, the accumulation of bacteria within lingual tonsils, tonsil stones, gum disease, mucus stagnating in the sinus area and the back of the throat.

The germs responsible for bad breath are called anaerobic bacteria and are oxygen intolerant by definition. Meaning they will search oxygen poor areas of the mouth. Such areas include tonsil crypts, inside stagnating mucus, deep within the crevices of the tongue, bellow the gum line, and in bio film on cheeks, roof of mouth, gums, and around teeth.

These germs have shown the ability to reproduce very quickly producing several generations of bacteria in only a few days. Their main food sources are proteins and sugars. The direct result of feeding is the release of a sulfur waste by-product called volatile sulfur compound (VSC).

There are some 20 different types of bad breath causing bacteria each releasing a distinct sulfur composition. VSC odors range from rotten eggs to feces.

Unfortunately, conventional brushing and flossing will do little to treat this condition. A more specialized approach with specific tools is necessary to achieve long term relief.

Long term relief from chronic bad breath implies removing food residue, flushing excess mucus, dislodging bacteria from within the crevices of the tongue, controlling bacterial population, and eliminating bio-film formation.

Since bad breath and tonsilloliths are caused by the same elements, an effective halitosis treatment will also act as a tonsil stone prevention treatment.

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