Ally: Odd question, but I’ve heard your tongue is full of bacteria. So should you clean your tongue and how can you? 

Megan: Your question is interesting and yes, we do need to clean our tongue as part of our daily oral health regimen. Bacteria does quickly build up on the tongue even after you brush your teeth and of course after you eat or drink anything. Some dentists say that rinsing your mouth with mouthwash isn’t enough. You actually should brush your tongue too and that can be done forwards/backwards or side to side, just as long as you do it. Some dentists say it’s as important to brush your tongue as it is your teeth to prevent cavities and bad breath. 

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