Posted on Jan 15, 2019
Making sure your tongue is clean will go a long way toward improving breath and will brush away any bacteria living on your tongue, which could easily transfer to your tooth enamel after you’ve brushed your teeth. Any food or beverage you consume touches your tongue as well as your teeth, and the warm, moist environment your tongue provides is ideal for growing bacteria.
When brushing your tongue, make sure that you brush from front to back. You can choose to brush your tongue with or without toothpaste but adding toothpaste may help to improve your breath. Always rinse your toothbrush after brushing your tongue to rinse away any bacteria left over on the brush.
Below are a few other benefits of making sure to brush your tongue properly:
Here at Endodontic Specialists of Colorado, we also want to emphasize the importance of practicing other methods of good oral hygiene. In addition to brushing your tongue, you should also be brushing your teeth at least twice a day, flossing every day, and visiting your general dentist for regular dental cleanings and exams.
For more information about dental root canal treatment, endodontic treatment, root canal infection or to make an appointment at one of our three locations, please contact Endodontic Specialists located in Colorado Springs North and Pueblo, Colorado.