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A tongue scraper is used to clean the bacteria build up on the tongue. They are shaped in accordance and designed to lift the plaque coating better than using a simple toothbrush.
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Are tongue scrapers really beneficial for getting rid of bacteria on the tongue?
It really depends on what you consider beneficial. It is not absolutely necessary that your use a tongue scraper but in order to prevent bad breath it is essential.
You woke up part of tongue looked like charcoal black?
There is a fungus called Black Hairy Tongue that can cause the tongue to become black and/or hairy looking. You need to brush your tongue well with a toothbrush and maybe use a tongue scraper (you can get one in the same place you get a toothbrush in stores). You may also need to see a doctor if the condition does not go away, and they can give you an antifungal drug that can help. Please see the Related Link below.
What is the uses of scraper?
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What is the function of the apex of the tongue?
The apex of the tongue helps to move food around in your mouth. It is also used in kissing.
What is a sky scraper made out of?
Metal, glass, and marble
How do you eradicate hematosis?
A tongue scraper really helps and works fast A tongue scraper really helps and works fast
Can using a tongue scraper destroy taste buds?
If you're using your tongue scraper very aggressively, then yes, the tastebuds can be damaged. Eventually, they will regenerate and repair themselves, but the best thing to do is just be gentle with your tongue scraper.
Why does my tongue feel rough?
You might try a mouth wash and/or a tongue scraper.
What happen to your tongue when you lick an aluminum ice cream scraper just after it has been used?
you get your tongue stuck. the ice is not wet and when you lick it your tongue is wet so it gets stuck.
What were tongue scrapers used for in the colonial times?
the colonial apothecaries believes that the white stuff on your tongue was bad germs. the tongue scraper was used to clean the tongue. they placed it at very back of tongue, pressed down, and pulled forwards. then, they cleaned it off, and did the same thing, until the tongue didnt have anything else on it.
What is the use of a tongue scraper on a toothbrush?
Used to clean the bacterial buildup, food debris, fungi and dead cells from the tongue. Using tongue cleaners on a daily basis is generally viewed as an effective solution for bad breath, (halitosis).
Are tongue scrapers really beneficial for getting rid of bacteria on the tongue?
It really depends on what you consider beneficial. It is not absolutely necessary that your use a tongue scraper but in order to prevent bad breath it is essential.
What causes yellow tongue?
It can sometime be due to a virus or infection (such as strep throat), or lack of brushing your tongue or keeping it clean. You might try a tongue scraper and use mouth was to see if this help you out any.
What is the meaning of palette scraper?
A palette scraper is used to slide paint on a canvas from one place to another. A palette scraper is also used to blend paints on a painter's palette.
What is the function of scraper?
it a kitchen tools used in baking ... For me I think it is what you use to scrape off dirt
Who used an athabaskan skin scraper?
Who used an athabaskan flesher
How do you make a tongue scraper?
Ge t the spines out of a toothbrush and glue them onto a stick then add some soft paintbrush strands and you are done
