When you think of bacteria in your mouth, where does your mind go first? Is it your teeth? Or is it your gums? Now answer this: did you ever consider how much bacteria lives on the top of your tongue? There are literally thousands of bacteria on your tongue at any given time, so including it in your regular oral health routine carries several benefits. Inside, your dentist in Ellington explains why so much bacteria lands on your tongue and how to remove it, giving you cleaner and fresher-smelling breath every day.

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