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Floss/Tongue Comb
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The most common cause of bad breath is bacteria on the back of the tongue and between the teeth. Both flossing and tongue brushing may be required to remove bad breath. While bacteria between the teeth is a commonly-recognized cause of bad breath, if flossing does not resolve the condition then tongue cleaning/brushing should be tried in addition.

Directions


Tongue brushing involves scrubbing the tongue with a toothbrush. Tongue cleaning utilizes a U-shaped scraper which is drawn over the tongue from back to front. Tongue cleaning causes significantly less gagging than tongue brushing and is a common practice in some cultures. To greatly reduce bad breath, brush, floss and scrape at least daily.





Floss/Tongue Comb can help with the following:
Digestion  Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Infections

  Periodontal Disease - Gingivitis
 Flossing regularly removes plaque and prevents the buildup of calculus.

Musculo-Skeletal

  Susceptibility To Cavities


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GLOSSARY

Bacteria (Bacterial, Bacterium)
Microscopic germs. Some bacteria are "harmful" and can cause disease, while other "friendly" bacteria protect the body from harmful invading organisms.

Calculus
A hard yellow to brown deposit that forms slowly on teeth as plaque hardens. Calculus is also known as tartar.




Last updated: Apr 13, 2008


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