Miriam O’Leary, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist (ENT) and Chair of Otolaryngology at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. O’Leary is also an associate professor at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Even if you don't think you've had a tonsil stone, it's possible you've felt the effects of one without realizing. While these little collections of food and bacteria aren't harmful, they can cause ...