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This article was co-written by Tu Anh Vu, DMD. Vu Tu Anh is a board certified dentist who runs a private dental practice in Brooklyn, New York. Tu Anh helps adults and children of all ages overcome fears related to dental care. Dr. Tu Anh conducted research to find a cure for Kaposi Sarcoma cancer and presented her research at the Hinman Conference in Memphis. She received her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr University and a DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry.
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When you brush your teeth in the morning and discover that your tongue is white, you will probably be quite shocked. White tongue occurs when the tongue papillae swell and trap dead cells, bacteria, and debris inside. Although it looks hideous, white tongue disease is usually not serious and can go away with time. There are some simple ways to help you heal faster and determine if a white tongue is a sign of a more serious illness. [1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
Steps
Know when to see a doctor
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See your general practitioner or dentist if there are additional signs that you may have another serious illness. Other symptoms you should check for are: [2] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Tongue pain
- Dehydration
- Fever
- White tongue does not heal after many weeks
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Know the difference between white tongue and map tongue disease. In general, both of these diseases are not serious. [3] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Map tongue occurs when smooth lesions appear at sites where the papillae have worn away.
- Strongly flavored foods (spicy, sour, salty) can cause pain.
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Identify oral thrush. Oral thrush is a yeast infection – a common cause of white tongue disease. Oral thrush is easy to treat and usually appears after using antibiotics. [4] X Research Sources
- You may also feel a burning sensation in your tongue. In addition, the skin at the corners of the mouth can crack and cause pain.
- Antifungal mouthwashes or tablets can help treat oral thrush effectively. You should make sure to take the full dose of the prescribed medication.
- Taking a probiotic supplement or eating probiotic yogurt can also help balance the bacteria in your mouth.
- You can also use spices with antifungal properties like garlic, oregano, cinnamon, sage, and cloves.
- Avoid fermented foods like milk (except yogurt), alcohol, and sugar. Eat healthy foods like seeds, whole grains, and foods rich in vitamin C.
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Learn about serious illnesses that can cause white tongue, but don’t panic. Most cases of white tongue are not dangerous and go away on their own. However, you should see your doctor if you think you have something more serious. There are many causes of white tongue and it can be difficult for you to make an accurate diagnosis yourself. [5] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source[6] X Trusted Source National Health Service (UK) Go to Source
- Oral mucosal leukoplakia is a disease in which white patches appear on the tongue due to an overproduction of cells and proteins. This disease is usually not dangerous, but you need to see a doctor to rule out the possibility of cancer.
- Liken flat mouth is an immune disease that can be accompanied by pain and burning.
- Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that can cause a white coating on the tongue as it develops. If you think you have syphilis, you should see your doctor to be treated with penicillin.
- Oral or tongue cancer
- HIV AIDS
HIV AIDS
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Avoid dehydration of the body. Dehydration and dry mouth can lead to a white tongue. Staying hydrated can help fight off white tongue disease.
- The amount of water you consume each day often varies depending on your body weight, activity level, and the climate where you live. You should make sure to drink water regularly. Thirst indicates that your body is dehydrated.
- Check yourself for other signs of dehydration such as less urination, dark urine, exhaustion or headaches.
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Quit smoking . Smoking can lead to glossitis, allowing debris and dead cells to become trapped between the inflamed tongue papillae. This is an ideal environment for bacteria to grow.
- Secondhand smoke also contains many chemicals that are harmful to oral tissue.
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Reduce consumption of alcoholic beverages. Drinking too much alcohol can also cause papillomatosis.
- Drinking alcohol also makes the body easily dehydrated and leads to white tongue disease.
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Clean teeth. Good oral hygiene helps reduce the amount of bacteria in the mouth.
- Brush teeth and tongue immediately after each meal.
- Brush your teeth and tongue before going to bed.
- Use an antibacterial mouthwash every day.
Remove the white coating on the tongue
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Brush your tongue with a toothbrush. Tongue brushing helps to dislodge dead cells, bacteria and debris from the tongue papillae and tongue folds.
- You may or may not need to use toothpaste to brush your tongue. However, toothpaste will help improve breath.
- Do not rub too hard to avoid irritation and damage to the tongue.
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Use a tongue scraper to gently scrape the tongue. The back of some toothbrushes is designed for tongue scraping.
- Gently scrape the entire tongue from the inside out. Do not scrape too deep inside the tongue to avoid dry vomiting.
- Shaving too hard will hurt your tongue. You should not cause any open wounds nor risk of infection to the tongue.
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Rinse mouth with water. This helps wash away debris, bacteria, and dead cells.
- Dry mouth can lead to white tongue disease, so gargling with water can treat this disease.
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Disinfect your mouth with a strong antiseptic mouthwash or saline solution. The taste of mouthwash or salt water is usually unpleasant but will help kill some of the bacteria that grow in the mouth.
- You can make a brine solution by dissolving 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of warm water. [7] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Ideally, you should swish mouthwash or salt water and rinse continuously for 2 minutes. The tongue will be a little sore when using a strong antiseptic mouthwash.
- Tilt your head back and gargle for about 1 minute, then spit out the mouthwash. This helps kill bacteria deep in the throat that you can’t kill through scraping or brushing your tongue.
- You can ask your dentist to prescribe a strong mouthwash if necessary.
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Tongue scrub with natural therapy. Although not scientifically proven, many people believe that natural remedies can help cure white tongue.
- Mix lemon juice with turmeric, then scrub your tongue with a toothbrush. Turmeric has antibacterial properties, while lemon juice helps dissolve dead skin cells and kill bacteria.
- You can also scrub your tongue with a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice. Baking soda has a cleansing effect on the tongue.
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This article was co-written by Tu Anh Vu, DMD. Vu Tu Anh is a board certified dentist who runs a private dental practice in Brooklyn, New York. Tu Anh helps adults and children of all ages overcome fears related to dental care. Dr. Tu Anh conducted research to find a cure for Kaposi Sarcoma cancer and presented her research at the Hinman Conference in Memphis. She received her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr University and a DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry.
There are 7 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
This post has been viewed 18,333 times.
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