Birmingham dentists - Tongue cleaning
Tongue cleansing is a quick and efficient way to help achieve and sustain a healthy, fresh mouth.
Recent scientific evidence has validated the need to practise regular tongue cleansing to help reduce harmful bacteria in the mouth.
The back of the tongue is the main focal point for the majority of micro-organisms in the mouth, which are a major source of bad breath, plaque-forming bacteria and those associated with gingivitis and tooth decay. It is therefore important to reduce these micro-organisms in all areas of the mouth, especially the tongue. A tongue cleanser is the ideal tool to use in conjunction with a toothbrush and floss to help achieve optimum oral cleanliness.
* 9 out of 10 people suffer from bad breath at some time or another.
* 90% of bad breath comes from what is happening in the mouth.
* 80% of bad breath emanates from the back of the tongue.
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