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<\/a>Do you do this? Clean your tongue, that is? If you don\u2019t, you\u2019re missing a critical component to your daily oral-care routine. Hopefully, your goals for keeping your breath fresh and enhancing your smile include these 3 things as a sure-fire way to good dental health:<\/p>\n
1.Brushing and flossing twice a day
\n2.Using alcohol-free mouthwash
\n3.Visiting your dentist twice a year<\/p>\n
But something is missing. And it\u2019s important. It\u2019s cleaning your tongue. Do you do it? Perhaps not. Many people don\u2019t know about how to do it or why it\u2019s a good idea. Here\u2019s why you should clean your tongue\u2026It\u2019s a habit worth forming for these 5 reasons:<\/p>\n
1.Plaque can also develop on your tongue, not just on your teeth.
\n2.Cleaning your tongue can slow down and even reduce plaque build-up on your teeth.
\n3.Cleaning your tongue results in healthier teeth and gums and may reduce your risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
\n4.Cleaning your tongue fights halitosis (bad breath) by removing small particles of food and bacteria that accumulate in your mouth throughout the day.
\n5.Cleaning your tongue can help prevent some illnesses that may affect your overall health.<\/p>\n