Americans are brushing, flossing, and using more mouthwash than ever before.What's missing in most people's oral hygiene routine is the dailycleaning of their tongues. Research shows tongue cleaning plays an importantrole in neutralizing odors and promoting healthy oral hygiene.47-52* Medical texts dating back hundreds of years describe the cleaning ofthe tongue as part of people's daily hygiene routine. Wealthy Europeans inthe 18th and 19th century used tongue scrapers. Research is now showing thattongue cleaning is an essential part of overall oral hygiene.47-52 Televisionshows like 20/20 and The Today Show have featured reports on the importanceof tongue cleaning. The tongue scraper made by Dr. Tung is a U-curved stainless steel devicewith a firm, smooth edge. The plastic comfort grips enable the user toeasily reach the back of the tongue, giving precise control over the pressureand position of the scraper.
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