Can the bacteria on the tongue lead to anything apart from bad breath? And is a !
Question: Can the bacteria on the tongue lead to anything apart from bad breath? And is a toothbrush enough to clean it?
I am wondering if the bacteria on the tongue can lead to anything more serious than just bad breath, I must admit i am 15 and have never cleaned my tongue only my teeth, I thought the white coating on my tongue was just form being dehydrated but now i know it is bacteria that causes bad breath and i am wondering if rubbing gently with a wet toothbrush and rinsing the mouth with water is enough to get rid of this bacteria effectively, My toothpaste has the chemical which causes dehydration (Can't remember the name something like Lauryl whatever) so i don't use toothpaste on my tongue.
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Mouth washing is enough to clean the tongue, some bacteria are always in the mouth and are needed anyway. Is your mouthwash maybe Corsydol? This is strong and can stain your teeth if used daily. Try buying an own brand mouthwash this is just as good. Corsydol is only needed for gum healing.