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Tongue Cleaning

 Tongue scraping is an important aspect but often overlooked while maintaining daily oral hygiene.Tongue surfaces harbors a wide range of bacteria and food particles in its crevices which if left uncleaned leads to bad odor as well as deteriorating further oral health.Regularly cleaning tongue helps not only in maintaining good oral health but overall wellness 

Importance of Tongue Cleaning

As said earlier staying hydrated  helps in  production of saliva, which eventually flushes away food particles and balances the acidic environment that mouth bacteria have produced. It aids in preventing the condition of dry mouth, which raises the risk of tooth decay and foul breath. Since fluoride is found in water, staying hydrated also aids in maintaining the fluoride level on tooth surfaces. Finally, maintaining adequate water is essential for maintaining overall health and systemic health.

Tips for Staying Hydrated

Always aim to drink at least 8-10 glasses or more water daily. Incorporate more of veggies and fruits that  contain high water levels. Limit caffeinated and sugary beverages as they tend to cause dehydration, Lastly monitor oneself for any signs of dehydration .

Common signs of dehydration are dark urine, lethargy, headache, muscle cramps and dry lips

FAQ's

At Least once daily ,it might be during morning or night time 

One can use tooth brush and can clean by using it back and forth in a manner which covers entire surface.

The purpose of tongue scrapers is to effectively remove the layer of dead cells, food particles, and germs from the tongue’s surface. When it comes to lessening bad smell and enhancing oral hygiene, they may be superior to toothbrushes.

Indeed, cleaning the tongue can help to improve your perception of taste by removing germs and debris that may have coated your taste buds.

Starting from back one should clean it in back and forth motion .Detectable amount of debris can be seen on  scrapper 

Yes it proves very beneficial for kids, Teach them to use a kid-sized tongue scraper under adult supervision or a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently brush their tongue.

Try cleansing the front portion of your tongue if you experience a sensitive gag response, then gradually go back as far as feels comfortable. You might be able to get used to your gag response with time. As an alternative, wiping your tongue and concentrating on inhaling through your nose might also assist lessen gagging.

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