Is Tongue-Scraping Worthwhile? Ask Our Dentist
Contributed by DentalROIAdmittedly, tongue scraping does not have a pleasant sound to it. In fact, it sounds uncomfortable at best! But as our friendly dentist at Dental Smiles of Bolingbrook explains, it’s a proven method of enhancing your oral health. And it’s not painful at all!
Here’s what tongue scraping is all about and how to do it correctly. Our tongues are repositories for bacteria, food particles and debris which cause bad breath. Using mouthwash only masks the odor, as opposed to removing the culprits.