This week, readers wondered about tongue cleaning and SNAP cards. Q: Why do dentists not clean your tongue when you’re in for a regular check-up? Short answer, dental hygienists won’t clean the tongue ...

Tongue scraping can help remove debris, bacteria, and dead cells and may have other benefits, including improving your sense of taste. Tongue scraping is a fast way to remove extra particles — ...

Originating in ancient Ayurvedic medicine over 3,000 years ago, the practice of scraping the tongue for holistic health spread to many cultures, including those of the Romans and early Buddhists. “I ...

The tongue is easily overlooked. But experts suggest that a quick daily check could help you stay on top of your wellbeing.