Oral health care at home does not stop at brushing and flossing your teeth. Many people need to remember their tongues. However, the tongue is a haven for most oral bacteria. Using a tongue cleaner, you help to ensure proper and thorough cleaning of the accumulated bacteria, food particles, and dead cells. Another reason to clean your tongue daily is that it will also provide fresh breath

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