Oral hygiene is more than just brushing, gargling or flossing out your mouth. While most of us focus more on teeth cleaning, we overlook the practice of tongue scrapping. Tongue scraping is an essential component for improving overall oral health.
We consume several foods throughout the day, even though brushing and flossing remove food debris from our teeth. Some remaining particles inevitably settle on the textured surface of the tongue. These particles, bacteria and dead cells form a yellowish or whitish film which in turn causes bad breath and oral issues.
Rooted in Ayurveda, this simple habit removes toxins, enhances taste, and promotes better oral hygiene.
Removes Toxins & Bacteria
Overnight your tongue can harbour bacteria, dead cells and food particles. It is often formed as a white coating or yellowish layer on the tongue. Scrapping your tongue daily can help remove these particles and minimise the risk of infections.
Freshens Breath Naturally
Bacteria and food particles stuck on the tongue are common causes of bad breath (halitosis). Scraping eliminates odour-causing material, keeping your breath fresh without mouthwash or mints.
Enhances Your Sense of Taste
When the tongue is coated with bacteria, it dulls taste buds making food less enjoyable. Tongue scrapping clears buildup allowing one to fully experience flavours and improve digestion by stimulating salivary enzymes.
Boosts Digestion & Gut Health
Ayurveda believes that oral health is directly linked to gut health. Our oral health impacts digestion and nutrient absorption, as the digestive process begins from the mouth. Alleviating toxins from the tongue prevents their reabsorption into the body and supports digestion.
Improves Overall Oral Health
Scraping the tongue lowers the risk of cavities, promotes gum health, and decreases plaque formation. When combined with brushing and flossing, it’s an easy step that completes your oral health routine.
How to Do It?
First step is to get a scraper, either use a stainless steel or a copper tongue scraper. Now stick out your tongue and place the scraper at the back of your tongue and glide it gently from back to front. Do this every morning 2-3 times, making sure to rinse the scraper after each repetition.
Rinse well at last and voila you’re done feeling fresh for the day!
Adding tongue scraping into your daily routine is a simple yet effective technique to enhance your overall oral health.
Try it and feel the difference!
