Why You Should Be Using a Tongue Scraper Daily

When it comes to oral hygiene, most people focus on brushing and flossing—but there's one simple tool that often gets overlooked: the tongue scraper. Adding this step to your daily routine can make a big difference.

Throughout the day, bacteria, food debris, and dead cells accumulate on the surface of your tongue. This buildup can lead to bad breath (halitosis), a coated tongue, and even affect your sense of taste. While brushing your tongue helps, a tongue scraper is designed specifically to remove this buildup more effectively and gently.

Using a tongue scraper only takes a few seconds. Simply run the scraper from the back of your tongue to the front, rinse it, and repeat a few times. You’ll be surprised how much residue it can remove—and how fresh your mouth feels afterward.

Incorporating a tongue scraper into your routine helps:

• Reduce bad breath

• Improve taste sensation

• Promote better oral hygiene

• Lower bacteria levels in the mouth

It’s a small change with big benefits—your mouth will thank you!

Dr. Annabel Braganza – Peterborough Periodontist, Implant and Gum Specialist

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