Cleaning Your Tongue

Your tongue is a crucial yet often ignored area of your mouth. Cleaning your tongue is a necessary part of your dental routine. That’s why Dr. Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, recommend Tongue Cleaners/Scrapers. These small dental appliances are sold at most grocery stores and supermarkets. Use them to scrape coatings of bacteria off your tongue. If you want to improve your health and breath, invest in tongue cleaners.

 

Tongue cleaners are simple and easy to use. Start off by placing it at the back of your tongue. Slowly bring it forward, scraping along the way. Make sure to rinse the tongue scraper off after bringing it all the way forward. Do this as many times as necessary. Tongues can become coated for a variety of different reasons, like smoking, yeast infections, medications, dry mouth, and poor oral health. Dead cells and bacteria make up the tongue coating.

 

There are many health benefits to using a tongue cleaner. The most obvious is that it removes harmful bacteria from your mouth. It’s also great for improving your breath. A healthier tongue leads to a healthier life. You can minimize your exposure to dental problems with a tongue cleaner. Some studies state that it even heightens your sense of taste.

 

Use your tongue scraper with caution. The rough edge that allows you to scrape can also hurt you if you’re not careful. Make sure not to go too far back and activate your gag reflex. Don’t put too much pressure when using the applicator as well.

 

Contact Ardas Family Dental for all your dental needs. Schedule an appointment with us today for your 6-month checkup. We are located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.