If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Tongue scraping is a fast way to remove extra particles — including the ones that cause bad breath — from the surface of your tongue. Although no amount of scraping can replace a good toothbrushing, its purported benefits have enticed quite a few to add this extra step to their morning and evening routines. Read on to learn more about how tongue scraping can improve your oral health, common misconceptions to keep in mind, and how to get started.
Debris, bacteria, and dead cells can build up on your tongue over time. This can lead to bad breath and have a negative impact on your overall oral health. A common misconception about tongue scraping is that it offers extended benefits in reducing bad breath. Although scraping can help banish bad breath, consistency is key. At a minimum, scrape your tongue when you brush your teeth. Another misconception is that using a toothbrush on your tongue is just as effective as using a tongue scraper.
The results of one study suggest otherwise. Researchers found that tongue scrapers removed 30 percent more volatile sulfur compounds on the tongue than a soft-bristled toothbrush. Although cleaning your tongue with a toothbrush is better than not cleaning it at all, using a tongue scraper is more effective.
A quick search for tongue scrapers can reveal lots of options. These include ones made from plastic, copper, and stainless steel. Most will have a slightly rounded shape, much like an inverted spoon.
However, they may not remove as much odor-causing bacteria as a dedicated tongue scraper. One of the biggest concerns about tongue scraping is stimulating the gag reflex. This could make you vomit while tongue scraping. To avoid this, refrain from placing the scraper too far back on your tongue. When you first start scraping, you may find it helpful to scrape from the middle of your tongue to the tip. He compares the handle design to that of a toothbrush, and says that for those suffering with arthritis, it can make a big difference to have a tool you can hold in your palm, rather than between your finger tips.
Allison Cuevas. Those with more sensitive mouths might want to consider this DenTek cleaner, which comes recommended by Dr. Lana Rozenberg. If you want to get your kids into the habit of tongue scraping — which pediatric dentist Rashmi Ambewadikar suggested should be part of their twice daily oral hygiene routine — this set of candy-inspired scrapes is a good place to start. Once they get used to it, work on starting a little further back.
He notes that if food gets trapped in those fissures, bacteria can grow and then break down to release noxious gases, a. He recommends giving Orabrush a try. Golda Erdfarb, a professor at Touro College of Dental Medicine, who recommends the Colgate with a built-in tongue and cheek scraper. He suggests rinsing with an alcohol-free mouthwash as a way to clean those harder-to-reach areas of the tongue.
We stress the alcohol-free part, because although the alcohol leaves that astringent, fresh feeling, it contributes to drying things out and is counterproductive in that regard. If you prefer to use all-natural products, Yagoda likes this alcohol-free , homeopathic rinse from Alkalol which, though labeled as a Nasal Wash, is good for your mouth, too.
Tongue cleansing also helps improve taste, remove the coating on the tongue and slow the growth of plaque. We use high-grade stainless steel because it is impervious to bacteria, is more comfortable and gentle on the tongue than plastic. This is why people prefer eating with silverware than with plasticware. Used and recommended by dentists and hygienists, Dr.
Tung's cleaner is the leading tongue cleaner in the health market and is sold in health stores and dental offices around the country. We suggest cleaning the tongue cleaner regularly - every few weeks - by rubbing it with toothpaste rather than a chemical cleaning agent. This helps get rid of any residue that may have built up on the stainless steel.
It depends on the individual condition, but the results can be instant. Certainly much of the coating gets removed immediately. It is common practice in many Asian and older cultures.
Tongue cleaning was also practiced by ancient Romans and by the wealthier classes in 18th and 19th century Europe. However, for some unknown reasons, the practice did not spread widely in the West.. But now, with more research verifying its benefits, and with TV and other publicity, many dentists and hygienists are recommending it.
In fact, since DrTung's introduced tongue cleaning to the USA in the mid-nineties, we have become a household name in the health industry. There are 3 basic kinds of tongue cleaners available — our U-shaped stainless steel cleaner can be used with 1 or 2 hands ; one-handed cleaners which are usually T-shaped or have rounded heads; or brushes.
We believe the U-shaped design is best as it can easily clean the back of the tongue, where most bacteria reside. Using 2 hands give precise control over the pressure and position of the cleaner. This seemingly simple design has evolved over centuries and gives precise control over the position and pressure of the cleaner on the tongue, making it easy to use and overcoming the gagging problem caused by too much pressure on the tongue as when trying to clean it with a brush or other one-handed cleaners.
Brushes are good for applying something like paste or a viscous substance toharder surfaces, like teeth.
They are generally not effective in removing such viscous substance, especially from a soft object like the tongue. Research shows that tongue cleaning can help prevent plaque buildup on the teeth, remove the coating on the tongue and improve our taste perception because the coating on the tongue dulls the taste receptors.
Many people report that they get far less colds and flu. It is good for overall health! Twice a day is usually sufficient. Most people do it upon waking and before going to bed, which helps prevent morning breath.
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