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Hello, I\u2019m your tongue. I\u2019m always hanging around, providing the pleasure that you get from tasting all the beautiful flavors of food. However, I feel rejected at times. You put so much attention into brushing and flossing your teeth, but barely clean me. Now I have an abundance of bacteria on me. Your dentist says that you must start treating me with more care, or your entire oral health could be in jeopardy.<\/p>\n

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Why is Your Tongue So Important to Your Oral Health?<\/h2>\n

Your tongue is just as important to your oral health<\/a> as your teeth and gums because it has tiny bumps called papillae that attract bacteria and food particles. Over time, if not properly removed, the bacteria cause a thin white layer to buildup on your tongue. This can result in bad breath and contribute to gum disease.<\/p>\n

How to Care for Your Tongue<\/h2>\n

There are two main ways to care for your tongue. They are brushing and scraping, and here listed are the proper techniques to do both.<\/p>\n