As important as it is to brush and floss, your teeth are not the only part of your mouth where bacteria can thrive. The surface of your tongue is coated with the same bacteria, which is slowly developing the same plaque that eats away at your gums and enamel. If you fail to clean your tongue regularly, you are putting yourself at unnecessary risk of decay and gum disease, while simultaneously fostering bad breath.
Fortunately, tongue-scraping is a very easy process. Try brushing the top of your tongue once a day in the same way you brush your teeth. If you find this to be uncomfortable, or have trouble suppressing your gag reflex as you brush towards the back of your mouth, consider looking for a tongue scraper at your local drugstore. Such products are specially designed to more efficiently and more comfortably remove the plaque from your tongue.
If you have any further questions about tongue-scraping, make an appointment with our Auburn dentist. We can help you to get the most out of your regular oral hygiene routine.
