If you’re looking for clues to find out what oral conditions and problems are lingering in your mouth, the first place you should start with is your tongue. This muscular oral organ is covered with a wet-looking tissue called mucosa that should always appear pink and covered with papillae, which are small bumps on the surface of it. If your tongue doesn’t look this way, it could be a sign that you need to visit your family dentist in Ellington as soon as possible. Read on to learn what may be wrong with your mouth if your tongue is exhibiting certain symptoms or signs. (more…)