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How do i prevent white stuff from forming on my tongue during the day? i brush it off in the morning but when i get home in the afternoon, it's there
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Hydrate : Number one scenario is dehydration. Even though u may not "feel" dehydrated, u'r body is telling u to hydrate . Other aspect to consider is Oral Thrush-fungal infection-should as doctor for such a scenario
Answered 6/24/2014
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