Is there any changes to my diet that need changing or maybe there is a tool out there that will clean it?
2006-12-31 15:29:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
When I got my tongue scraper I was shocked at how much gunk came off the first time I used it (gently). Thereafter, it seems pretty nice, using the scraper every day or so.
2006-12-31 20:17:58 · answer #1 · answered by Zeera 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SOME INTERESTING INFO:
Why do I have a white tongue or a white coated tongue...?
A white, coated tongue is a sign and symptom of what doctors call Oral Thrush. We have all heard of this as it pertains to newborn babies, but it is not something that seems like older people should have. Candidiasis of the mouth and throat, also known as a "thrush" or oropharyngeal candidiasis (OPC), is a fungal infection that occurs when there is overgrowth of fungus called Candida. Candida is normally found on skin or mucous membranes. However, if the environment inside the mouth or throat becomes imbalanced, Candida can multiply. When this happens, symptoms of thrush ( a white tongue) appear. White tongues are found in newborn infants, but it can also be found in people with weakened immune systems. People with white tongues may have painless, white patches in their mouths and throats. If you have the fungal overgrowth in your esophagus, symptoms may include pain and difficulty in swallowing. It is also possible that you may be able to cough up white curds which are probably part of these patches located in your esophagus.
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2006-12-31 16:35:36 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It usually means your tongue is infected and the cells in your tongue are turning white because they are dieing. You should really go and get it checked. the longer you wait the worse it gets. you may lose your tongue if you don't hurry.
2016-03-14 00:10:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you brush your teeth you should also brush your tongue. They make tongue scrapers, too. Bacteria on the tongue is a common cause of bad breath.
2006-12-31 15:46:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it fuzzy white? Any chance you have thrush?
http://health.yahoo.com/ency/healthwise/hw139068
2006-12-31 15:37:01 · answer #5 · answered by dragonkisses 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a tongue cleaner or brush your tongue with toothpaste..
2006-12-31 15:36:05 · answer #6 · answered by hagred90 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
u could use a tongue cleaner
and double check with the doctor
2006-12-31 15:47:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋