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1. IS YOUR
TONGUE HEALTHY?
Does It Matter?

2. Your tongue can reveal
things about your health.

3. A healthy tongue should
be pink, pain-free, and
covered in tiny projections
called papillae.

4. Changes in its color, texture, or
sensations could indicate issues
with your oral health along with
other conditions within your body.

5. Why Isn’t My
Tongue Pink?

6. Some people’s tongues naturally have
lighter or darker patches.
This is normal provided that yours still
fits within the range of pink shades.

7. Geographic tongue is a condition
that affects around 1 to 3% of the
population. It causes red patches on
the tongue.

8. These may have red and gray borders.
The condition is considered harmless,
but some people note that they
experience burning sensations.

9. Tongues that appear white may
have a coating of debris and
bacteria that are causing
inflammation within the papillae.

10. This can sometimes be remedied
by increasing your oral hygiene.

11. Dental cleanings also help to
keep bacteria levels down in
your mouth.

12. White patches on your tongue
and in other areas of your mouth
could indicate oral thrush.

13. Younger children and senior
adults are more likely to develop
this condition.

14. The infection is easily cleared up
with medication, but it could
indicate underlying diseases
such as diabetes.

15. A bright red tongue can mean
multiple things about your health.
Vitamin B deficiencies present
with this as a symptom.

16. Certain illnesses, such as scarlet
fever, may temporarily cause your
tongue to turn red.

17. Is a Hairy
Tongue Bad?

18. Healthy papillae on your tongue
create a velvety appearance.
They should all be fairly uniform in
height and barely noticeable when
you look in the mirror.

19. Occasionally, these papillae enlarge
in response to changes in your
body. The hairy papillae may also
appear to be black, brown, or
yellowish shade.

20. Hairy tongues may be due to an
overgrowth of bacteria.

21. Certain medications, such as an
extended round of antibiotics,
can cause the papilla to change
their length.

22. People with diabetes or who are
undergoing radiation treatment
may develop a hairy tongue.

23. Although it may be unsightly,
a hairy tongue may not always be
preventable if you need to take
certain medications.

24. In other instances, correcting your
health issues can cause your tongue
to return to normal.

25. People who are missing several
teeth may not be able to chew
foods that help the papilla to
shed properly.

26. Tooth replacement can return
normal functioning to the mouth
that affects the growth process
in the papillae.

27. What Does
a Sore on Your
Tongue Mean?

28. Almost everyone has experienced
the discomfort of a sore tongue.
Sores from burns and other common
accidents are usually not anything to
worry about.

29. These should heal within 1 to 2 weeks
unless there is a problem.
Sores that do not heal could be
indicative of oral cancer.

30. Recurring sores along the side of your
tongue can also clue us in to an issue
with nighttime tooth grinding.

31. During dental exams, we take a look
at your tongue. If we notice unusual
symptoms, then we let you know
what to do next.

32. Take a moment to look at your
tongue every now and then during
your oral hygiene routine.

33. Many changes in its texture or color
are easily corrected with early care.

34. Noble Dental Care is a family-oriented
dental care clinic with dentists that
care about you and your health.

35. Give us the opportunity to give you
the smile of your dreams.
Call us for an appointment at
(480) 820-3515.