How to get rid of white in tongue
Everyone wants their teeth to be white as snow, but what about your tongue? A healthy tongue shouldn’t be white or yellow but light pink underneath with some surface white. Your tongue can significantly improve the aesthetic in addition to being an indication of good oral health! However, as you age, it frequently appears yellow or white due to several factors, such as poor oral hygiene, smoking, genetics, and ingesting caffeinated beverages like coffee and tea. But how to get rid of a white tongue instantly? You can learn several ways, such as gently brushing your tongue, maintaining good oral hygiene, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption in this article. If the problem persists, consult a healthcare professional. So, let’s scroll down to understand some of the greatest at-home cures for your white tongue. Also Read: Having difficulty in sticking out your tongue for a picture? You may have Cancer! White Tongue: What is it? A healthy tongue i (...)
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TikTok claims ‘tongue scrapers’ can cure bad breath – here’s what the evidence actually says
Most of us know how important it is to brush and floss if we want a healthy smile. But some people on TikTok are suggesting that this isn’t enough – and that if you really want good oral health, you need to use a “tongue scraper”. Tongue scraping has long been part of daily hygiene routines in many parts of the world. It involves running a hard instrument across the tongue to remove bacterial build-up and debris. Tongue scrapers come in all shapes and sizes – with some people even using their toothbrush. They remove the white coating (which contains bacteria) that builds up on the back of some people’s tongues. Videos on social media of people advocating for the use of tongue scrapers have amassed millions of views. Many proponents claim the practice banishes bad breath. But while there’s some evidence to back these claims, the practise could also come with risks. Everyone has communities of bacteria, fungi and even viruses living inside their mouth. This is known as your oral microbio (...)
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Nine health issues you can spot by looking at your tongue
Too often the focus of a healthy mouth centres on the teeth - but what about the tongue? One of the few parts of the digestive system you can actually see, this highly efficient and powerful muscle is often overlooked when it can actually provide invaluable insights into our wellbeing. A healthy tongue should be smooth, supple, slightly moist and pale red in colour. A tongue is covered in taste buds scattered all over the top and sides, allowing us to taste anything we consume. According to traditional Chinese medicine there are five taste buds – bitter, sweet, salty, sour and spicy. This still stands true, but modern science has identified another taste – umami – which is a sort of meaty savoury sensation. Want to get the latest health news direct to your inbox? Sign up for the Mirror Health newsletter HERE Contrary to popular belief there is no such thing as a tongue map or distinct zones for discerning between the various tastes. But even though science debunked this in 1974, wine g (...)
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Should you use a tongue scraper? Dentists share the benefits of this viral oral care practice
The tongue is one of TikTok’s latest fixations. With 4.9 million views on the hashtag #tonguescraping, people are curious about the oral health practice that’s proven to banish bad breath. Beyond its current viral popularity, the tongue holds an important diagnostic role in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern dental and medical practices. In Ayurveda, in which using a tongue scraper has been a centuries-old practice, the different parts of the tongue connect to other organs in the body, such as the heart, kidneys and lungs, and can reflect the health of these areas. It is believed that tongue scraping helps remove the toxins from the mouth, keeping them from being digested, absorbed and affecting your overall health. You can even see the difference: You may have noticed a light-colored coating on your tongue — this is a build up of bacteria, debris and dead cells, which are the cause of bad breath. A tongue scraper helps eliminate these, leaving you with a cleaner, health (...)
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It's a part of the body in almost constant use. And your tongue plays a vital role in several crucial bodily functions. But despite that it's often overlooked when it comes to our overall health. And that's a shame because the tongue can provide a whole host of important information about our well-being. Keeping an eye on its shape, texture and overall feel can help you be aware of certain things going on in your body that need looking after. If you have unknowingly contracted a particular disease or illness, the tongue can sometimes display early warning signs and symptoms, which should not be ignored. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features Some red flags can seem quite unusual so it's vital to know what to look for in case of something serious. Some of the most unusual signs to watch out for include white patches, bumps, soreness and the feeling of burning. Below is a list of 10 warning signs to be aware of and what they mean, acc (...)
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Why Ayurveda recommends scraping your tongue every day
Despite an increased focus on physical, mental, and emotional health in the last couple of years, people often miss out on taking care of their oral well-being. And no, brushing your teeth every day is not enough! In addition to making sure you clean your teeth regularly, it's also important to scrape your tongue. "During your morning freshen-up times, scraping your tongue with a silver or copper u-shaped scrapper can really keep your overall health in check," wrote Ayurveda expert Dr Nitika Kohli in an Instagram post. She explained that cleaning your tongue regularly can "help you get rid of all the toxins in your body". The expert added, "Not only this, but it also helps in keeping our oral health in check." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr Nitika Kohli, Ayurveda (@drnitikakohli) Agreeing, Dr Puneet, Founder, Karma Ayurveda said that tongue scraping is a cleaning process to maintain oral, physical, and mental health. "It is a process of taking out the coatings on the t (...)
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Skip Brushing Your Tongue? This Dentist Has Bad News For You
For years we’ve been told to brush our teeth at least twice a day (and additionally after meals) by dentists, oral hygienists, our parents – the list goes on. Everyone tells us that protecting our teeth is vital: when you brush your teeth, you help remove plaque, plaque has bacteria, if not cleaned plaque can lead to tartar, making it harder to clean your teeth, leading to gum disease. But an incredibly important part of the oral hygiene process tends to get overlooked: brushing your tongue. In case you didn’t know, a lot of pesky things can happen if you neglect cleaning your tongue, and Dr. Rhona Eskander, dentist and dental expert at Dental Phobia explains. What are the risks of not brushing your tongue? Bad breath “The most common and immediate issue is bad breath,” Dr. Rhona explains. “The surface of the tongue can accumulate bacteria, food particles, and dead cells over time. These substances can produce foul-smelling compounds, leading to persistent bad breath.” Oral bacteria gr (...)
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Does tongue scraping work and should we be doing it?
Caption: What is tongue scraping and what are the benefits? (Picture: Getty Images) While regular parts of our dental care routine, like rinsing with mouthwash, might make our tongue pink, it’s not actually cleaning it properly. That’s where tongue scraping comes in – and the fairly new oral trend may be the final step to having a perfectly healthy mouth. It’s pretty much what it says on the tin. You scrape your tongue to get rid of any harmful bacteria or debris. Although it isn’t as important as flossing or brushing, tongue scraping eliminates bad bacteria that could lead to inflammation of the gums as well as cavities. Dr Sundeep Patel, Cosmetic Dentist and Clinical Lead for Waldron Dental Clinic said: ‘Often after we eat or drink our tongue can feel fuzzy or like it needs a clean, so morning and night scraping your tongue can help to remove bacteria from that area to prevent any dental issues down the line such as inflammation, gum issues, cavities or bad breath.’ Tongue scraping h (...)
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How to Roll Your R’s? Step-By-Step Guide
Learning any new language, like Greek, Spanish, Etc, is tough. Further, when trying to learn any of these languages, rolling your R’s is one of the most difficult tasks. However, rolling our R’s is a skill that needs to be developed with time and understanding. So, it is important to know how to roll your R’s. Couple of things to know before learning how to roll your R’s Learning any unfamiliar skill is initially tough. But it can be done when you have a couple of things: 1. First, you need a proper and clear understanding of the skill. In this case, you need first to gather information on the meaning of rolling your R’s 2. The second thing that you need to develop a skill is method learning. There are thousands of methods that you can apply to learn a skill. It can be as simple as writing multiple times or repeating it in your mind. But the best way to learn a skill is to break it down into simple tasks and focus on one task at a time. 3. Finally, the most important thing that you nee (...)
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Oral health: Does the material and shape of your tongue cleaner make a difference?
Oral health is as essential as physical health for one's overall well-being. This is why experts advise taking utmost care of oral hygiene by visiting a dentist at regular intervals, getting treatment for any underlying issues, or cavities, and brushing twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush. However, experts point out that good oral health is not just about keeping your teeth clean, your tongue needs an equal amount of TLC. But, are you paying enough attention to its health? Taking to Instagram, lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho wrote a lengthy post about the humble tongue cleaner and the essential role it plays in helping maintain oral health. "A simple tongue cleaner/scraper…carry it when I travel, use it when I’m home…I use a copper one…I like it," he wrote. Highlighting the importance of using a tongue cleaner for "holistic" health, Luke added that it is a must-have oral care product. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Luke Coutinho - YouCare (@luke_coutinho) Writing ab (...)
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