Sunday, December 14, 2008

Your tongue may look scary, but it’s nothing serious.


Black Hairy Tongue

No, this isn’t something from a Creature Feature. Black hairy tongue occurs when the little bumps on your tongue grow long (instead of shedding), and bacteria grow on them. Poor oral hygiene, some mouthwashes, and antibiotics can be behind this. To help, brush your teeth and tongue twice a day, rinse your mouth with one part hydrogen peroxide to five parts water, and use a tongue scraper.

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