Tongue Cleanliness and Its Importance

Did you know that your tongue helps you speak, eat, swallow and taste your food? We probably don't pay much attention to the importance and function of our tongue in our daily lives.

INTERESTING TONGUE FACTS

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WHY IS TONGUE CLEANING IMPORTANT?

Tongue cleaning is as important as brushing your teeth. However, it is neglected by many people and its necessity is not known. If the tongue is not cleaned regularly, it causes some health problems. Not cleaning the tongue causes the bacteria accumulated on the tongue not to be removed from the mouth and the bacteria to multiply over time. As a result, these bacteria spread to the teeth and cause inflammation in the gums, tooth loss, can cause serious problems such as miscarriages during pregnancy. Not cleaning the tongue regularly can cause the tongue to fade. Because food and drink particles accumulated on the tongue are not cleaned and cause stains on the tongue. This situation can cause the tongue to darken and look hairy over time, which can cause you to have aesthetic concerns.

BENEFITS OF TONGUE CLEANING ARE AS FOLLOWS:

It helps to eliminate bacteria or other problems that cause bad breath. It prevents the gradual growth and spread of bacteria accumulated on the tongue surface. In this way, it prevents discomfort in the mouth and teeth. It also helps to protect general health by preventing the formation of some diseases. When tongue cleaning is done regularly, oral and dental hygiene can be fully provided. In this way, you can have healthy and long-lasting teeth and a fresh breath.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR TONGUE?

If you enjoy the feeling of cleaning your tongue or decide to clean your tongue, you should be very gentle because the tongue surface is very sensitive! Our toothbrush can be used for this task, provided it has soft bristles, but other tools such as a tongue scraper can also be used. Start gently at the back of the tongue, pull forward or brush, and use water to lubricate the process so that the brush does not irritate the tongue surface. Professionally, you should have your tongue cleaned periodically by your dentist in a clinical setting with special vacuum devices. Afterwards, in addition to daily tooth brushing, you should clean your tongue as described above.

WHAT VACUUM TONGUE CLEANING PROVIDES:

• Deep cleaning of the tongue by vacuuming the bacterial plaque formed on the tongue
• Removal of bacterial tongue plaque from the oral cavity
• Extraordinary feeling of freshness after treatment
• Reduced gag reflex compared to traditional methods
• Provides cleaning without causing irritation or trauma to the tongue papillae as with tongue scrapers or rotary brushes

Finally, here are some basic tips for keeping your entire mouth healthy:

• Brush your teeth twice a day with a toothpaste containing fluoride,
• Clean between your teeth daily with dental floss or interdental brushes,
• Drink plenty of water,
• Quit smoking,
• Limit sugary foods and drinks and
• General dental examination, tartar, see your dentist regularly for professional tongue cleanings and personalized oral health advice. All of these tips are evidence-based and proven effective in maintaining optimal oral health!

Dr. Ceyda Kanlı Dursun – Periodontologist