DenTek Orabrush Tongue Cleaner and Tongue Scraper, 1 Count (Pack of 1)

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Surgical steel is often used as a marketing term that applies typically to a particular grade of stainless steel, but there is no official classification of what is surgical steel compared to normal stainless steel. However, these different ‘grades’ do relate to the makeup of the steel with ‘surgical steel’ often meeting grade 316 that helps minimise metallic contamination compared to the 440 and 420 grade that is often used in cutlery. Using a tongue scraper can help decrease bacteria responsible for tooth decay and gum disease. How to Choose a Tongue Scraper No tongue cleaner equals the effectiveness of Orabrush. OraBrush is characterised by its ultra-soft and fine-pointed bristles that maneuver through the tongue tissue in a mouth-friendly way and sweep all bacteria to the surface. To find and recommend the best tongue scrapers, we spoke with dentists and researched dozens of tongue cleaners and scrapers available in the market. We reviewed the materials used by the tongue scraper, the design of the tool, ease of use, and ease of cleaning to keep the tongue scraper effective and hygienic, as well as added features for ease of storage, portability, and travel. We also reviewed the pricing—most of the options on our list are affordable, while some that are at the higher end of the price spectrum offer additional features.

Sometimes a person is too forceful with the tongue scraper, which may cause an accidental sore. Try to be mindful of how much pressure you use. If your tongue bleeds, rinse your mouth with warm saltwater and let your tongue heal before using the tongue scraper again. Plastic: The two best things about plastic tongue scrapers are the low price, and that they are supremely gentle on your tongue, guaranteeing no harm will come to your taste buds. Many scrapers made from silicone or similar have texture or tiny bristles, meaning they get in between and underneath even stubborn tongue fur. The downside is they're not great for the environment and will need regular replacements. The DenTek Comfort Clean Tongue Cleaneris plastic in construction and is certainly softer on the tongue. This is useful if you do not like the harsher scraping provided by the metal options.

Some, however, may not like the feeling of stainless steel on their tongue and find a plastic tongue scraper more comfortable to use. “The stainless steel tongue scrapers are best since they can be cleaned and disinfected,” says Joseph Salim, DMD, dentist at Sutton Place Dental Associates in New York. “They also last longer than their plastic counterparts.” Dr. Salim stresses that the technique used is just as important as the kind of tongue scraper used. The scraper is much like a normal toothbrush, but the head is much wider and there is a different bristle arrangement to normal toothbrushes. It is not by chance that Orabrush is the world's best-selling tonguecleaner. Move your tongue a few times and bacteria don't stand a chance. But these studies suggested that by using a soft bristled toothbrush, there is some 30% variance in the effectiveness. A toothbrush is said to remove only 45% of the sulphur compounds. Using a tongue scraper is simple. The best way to use a tongue scraper is to practice using it in front of a mirror to become familiar with the process.

Studies by Pedrazziand Seemann have shown that a scraper can achieve a 75% reduction in volatile sulphur compounds that contribute to bad breath.You may want to consider a smaller tongue scraper if you travel a lot. Storing a tongue scraper in a travel case at home will also help keep your tongue scraper clean and protected. Material A white, coated tongue is not attractive. Scraping can help improve the look of your tongue when smiling or laughing. Better Taste Buds