Generally, when we encounter someone with bad breath, we think of gum disease or poor oral hygiene habits. The first thought that comes to mind (after trying to escape the close proximity) is that they probably don't brush their teeth regularly. Judgmental lot, we humans! But there may be a much more sinister malady at play. Think tongue plaque. Yep, that gross, slimy coating on your tongue that builds up over time and wrecks havoc on the bacteria count in your mouth... Epiphany! Oh, so this is why the dentist includes a tongue scraper in that little hygiene goody bag you get when you have your teeth cleaned! Turns out it is an important part (or it should be) of your daily oral routine. Why? Because that bacteria can cause gingivitis. That's right, gum disease, aka periodontal disease, infection, bad breath and extreme embarrassment. Or, to mention the extreme, loss of teeth.
So why take a chance? Brush, floss and then scrape your tongue for goodness sake!Keep Smiling!
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