By Dr. Keerthi Sudireddy
The tongue harbours a large share of the bacteria in your mouth. Cleaning it daily is a quick, powerful step for fresh breath and oral health.
Quick answer
Cleaning your tongue removes the bacteria and debris that cause most bad breath and a white coating. Use a tongue scraper or your toothbrush, gently sweeping from back to front a few times once or twice a day. It takes seconds, freshens breath, and complements brushing and flossing. Be gentle to avoid irritation.
Why it helps
- Removes odour-causing bacteria, a top cause of bad breath.
- Clears the white coating on the tongue.
- Improves taste and overall mouth freshness.
How to do it
Gently sweep a tongue scraper or brush from back to front a few times, rinse, and repeat once or twice daily. Do not press hard.
Pair with daily brushing and flossing. Book a cleaning at The Tooth Studio.
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