The tongue is one of the most important parts of our mouths. The tongue is what gives you the sense of taste, and tasting delicious food is one of the most pleasurable sensations that are available for anybody. But other than giving us the feeling of taste, the tongue also plays an important part in every person’s dental health.
The tongue is actually the first body organ that kick-starts your digestive system. It gives off saliva that will slowly break down the food and make helps the mouth chew on it.
The food then travels down to our stomach where the saliva helps the process of converting those foods to useful cells and particles for our body to use.
The Importance of Cleaning Your Tongue Properly
Since the tongue, by nature of its location and use, is one of the first body parts that touches any food or beverage that comes into your mouth, it is normal to have a number of bacteria or even food specks to remain on the surface of your tongue. Since it is made up of muscles, the tongue can be easily irritated, and you will notice some white spots or even feel soreness.
When should you clean your tongue carefully? All the time! However, proper attention should be given when you have the colds or if you can feel halitosis, or bad breath. Also, if you notice that you are getting quite a lot of white spots, please brush your tongue, but this time longer but lesser force. You do not want to have a ruptured or irritated tongue, as it is painful.
If you are feeling discomfort with or having a swollen tongue, please visit us so that the problem will not be aggravated. Any complications to your tongue is a serious issue, and we want to help you take care of your dental needs. Schedule an appointment with us and let us help you.