Question 1

what is a hairy tongue?

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Hairy tongue: Black hairy tongue is caused by elongation of papillae of the tongue, appear fur- like. It is not considered a disease. Good mouth hygiene recommended.

Question 2

what causes a hairy tongue?

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Hairy tongue: This is caused by yeast/fungus on the tongue.

Question 3

how is a hairy tongue treated?

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It is not: The condirtion is considered benign and does not require treatment.

Question 4

how is white hairy tongue treated?

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No treatment: Hairy tongue is a benign condition by excessive growth of the taste buds.  Some folks think that irritants like tobacco smoke can worsen it.  It is harmless and is there is no proven effective treatment. Try not to worry about it.

Question 5

will hairy tongue be forever gone?

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Most of the time: With good oral hygiene it clears up most of the time. Scraping the tongue regularly.

Question 6

what can be done for a hairy tongue?

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Brush your tongue: Hairy tongue is caused by the lengthening of papillae which are bumps on the surface of the tongue. 
It is also a side effect while taking the antibiotic penicillin.
 Hairy tongue  does not involve any type of bacteria or fungi and generally resolves on its own; the recommended treatment is to brush the tongue with a soft toothbrush twice per day.

Question 7

is hairy tongue really actually  hairy?

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Nope: The papilla or taste buds on the tongue become elongated and have the change in color due to a bacterial imbalance. Here's and example...Using hydrogen peroxide as a mouth rinse too frequently.   Or antibiotic usage.

Question 8

what are some causes of light blue hairy tongue?

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Fungal: Fungal infection is the most common. See your dentist or ENT to diagnose and treat.

Question 9

what is hairy tongue, and how can i eliminate it?

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Papillae overgrowth: Hairy tongue is a benign condition of the tongue marked by elongation and often staining of the filiform papillae on the top surface of the tongue.  Good oral hygiene including daily brushing of your tongue with a tongue brush or tongue scraper which can be purchased at local pharmacies and supermarkets will help prevent or control this.

Question 10

hairy tongue (need it cleared urgently), what to do?

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Use a tongue scraper: Brush your tongue at least times a day and you can also get a tongue scraper at the drug store. Put it on the back of the tongue and slide it forward to clean the debris off your tongue.  Rinsing with warm salt water will also help

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