DenTek Orabrush Tongue Cleaner and Tongue Scraper, 1 Count (Pack of 1)

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At the end of OraBrush there is a scraper. When the bristles have wiped the residue to the surface, you can use this scraper to completely scrape the residue off the tongue. But these studies suggested that by using a soft bristled toothbrush, there is some 30% variance in the effectiveness. A toothbrush is said to remove only 45% of the sulphur compounds. The scraping edge was one of the thinnest and least rounded which can be a blessing and a curse depending on how you feel about these. Bad breath, or halitosis, can be caused by an oral health condition like gum disease or dry mouth. In some cases, it may indicate a more serious medical condition. There are few side effects to using a tongue scraper. It is generally a painless and simple experience.

With a handle much like a traditional toothbrush, the head is essentially circular with 3 scraping edges that run along the surface of the tongue. The DenTek Comfort Clean Tongue Cleaneris plastic in construction and is certainly softer on the tongue. This is useful if you do not like the harsher scraping provided by the metal options. To clean your tongue scraper, wash it gently with warm soapy water. Keep it stored in a dry, clean place. Don’t keep your tongue scraper in a closed container, as this can cause bacterial buildup and harm oral health. Benefits of a Tongue ScraperSome electric toothbrushes have a tongue cleaning mode encouraging you to use your normal toothbrush head rather than a scraper. You can usual a manual toothbrush too.

A tongue scraper comes in a couple of forms, both of which have the same intention; to remove a thing mucus-based layer of debris from the tongue. OraBrush is much more effective than other cleaners. Other cleaners concentrate mainly on the surface of the tongue, which causes bacteria to pass between the mucous membrane. According to Dr. Salim, stainless-steel tongue scrapers can be easily disinfected and they last a long time. “[Tongue scrapers need] to be cleaned by running it under warm water and leaving it to dry thereafter,” he says. Plastic tongue scrapers, like toothbrushes, need to be replaced every three to four months of regular use. Studies by Pedrazziand Seemann have shown that a scraper can achieve a 75% reduction in volatile sulphur compounds that contribute to bad breath.A white, coated tongue is not attractive. Scraping can help improve the look of your tongue when smiling or laughing. Better Taste Buds Copper: Antibacterial and antimicrobial, copper helps fight bacteria in your mouth and stops it spreading – ideal for those who are often experience a throat infection or cold. To really honour the tongue scraping tradition as it has been practiced in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years, a copper scraper is the way to go, though it will often cost a little more than its plastic or stainless steel counterparts. The alternative design for a tongue scraper is more traditional and more rudimentary looking; a thin piece of machined metal, usuallystainless steel or copper, that has been formed into a "U" or "V" shape. It relies on the rounded but strong edge of the metal to scrape away the debris effectively. OraBrush bristles are designed after a soft hand brush that surgeons use to wash their hands with before surgery. With these fine bristles, no bacteria is passed! This said, one of the most popular tongue cleaners on the market today, the Orabrush, is a brush design, but interestingly has a scraper included as part of thatdesign.

Ultimately any cleaner, be that a scraper, tongue brush or a normal toothbrush head, are more useful to you and your breath than not cleaning your tongue at all. Tongue scraping can help reduce the amount of excess debris. This can help improve your overall sense of taste. Fresher Breath Of course, using your tongue scraper daily can also assist in reducing these conditions. Potential Side Effects & Risks of Tongue CleaningMedical problems like sinus infections, post-nasal drip, or diabetes can also cause bad breath. How to Get Rid of Bad Breath