Brushing the tongue
Brushing the tongue
Brushing the tongue
Brush your tongue from back to front. Some people put some toothpaste or mouthwash on their toothbrush when they do this.
Brushing your tongue helps remove plaque, which can cause bad breath and encourage bacteria growth.
Current as of: June 30, 2021
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine & Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine
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