I've noticed when I brush my daughters teeth, in the morning and before bedtime. When I have her to stick out her tongue to bursh it, it seems to have a yellow tint.!!!!
Anyone know why a 4yr old who eats very few snacks and sweets tongue would be yellow?
Any clues would be helpful:)
2006-07-04 03:11:55 · 11 answers · asked by Curly 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
No, unless she is sucking on something.
2006-07-04 03:14:30 · answer #1 · answered by Texas Cowboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The coating on the tongue can be easily dyed by anything that she eats and drinks. Has this just been a recent occurrence? If so what have you changed in her diet? If it has been constant, start recording what she has been eating and if it came in a container read the label looking for dyes. Does she eat a lot of red, orange, or yellow fruits and vegetables ? Carrots and other foods will cause this. This is really nothing to be concerned about . The things to look for in regards to the tongue would be if there were spots on her tongue or a abnormally thick coating(possible yeast infection )or holes in the layer of surface on the tongue (possible vitamin deficiency).
2006-07-04 03:27:30 · answer #2 · answered by Ann S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it comes off with brushing then it's nothing to worry about, just a build up on her tongue, much like what's on her teeth. If her tongue itself has a yellow tint to it that could be serious. Do the whites of her eyes have a yellow tint? How about her skin? If so have her checked out by a doctor.
2006-07-04 03:19:32 · answer #3 · answered by colorados_lost_rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a reaction to citrus or acidic foods. I have a friend who has something similar. Her tongue turns that funny color and looks like it has a map on it. I believe it's called a geographical tongue. You may want to ask her doctor the next time you go in. My friend says it doesn't hurt, it just looks funny.
Good luck!
2006-07-04 03:16:29 · answer #4 · answered by Jacob's Mommy (Plus One) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She may have a yeast overgrowth in her mouth, especially if she's been on antibiotics recently. Have her eat yogurt with live cultures 2-3x daily, and use a mouthwash of water and vinegar. (2tsp vinegar for 8 oz of water). I went through this last year after sinus surgery (had lots of antibiotics; that is what triggered mine). If the body is low on certain "friendly" bacteria and fungi, a yeast overgrowth can happen. God Bless.
2006-07-04 03:19:36 · answer #5 · answered by pinkprairiestorm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its just plaque bulid up. Everything she does eat and drink attaches to the tougn. Just keep on brushing
2006-07-04 03:14:37 · answer #6 · answered by jen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the doctor before it gets worse
2006-07-04 14:34:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if she holds her food or drink in her mouth when she is eating or drinking it will leave a build up my son had it when he was a baby i forgot what it is called the dr should be able to prescribe you something to getrid of it. or mine did anyway
2006-07-04 03:20:55 · answer #8 · answered by darla s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take her to a dentist. they start seeing children at about 3 or 4. ask while you are there.
2006-07-04 03:16:30 · answer #9 · answered by one hot mamma 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try using a tounge scraper, very lightly though, not an adult. you can get them anywhere
2006-07-04 03:16:38 · answer #10 · answered by wondering 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋