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A member asked:
What is the reason we get a white coating on our tounges when we get older and how do we stop it?
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Food debris: This white coating is food debris and bacteria that has not been removed from your tongue and mouth.. It can easily be removed using a tongue scraper or a toothbrush. It is more common in people with dry mouth and allergies. This white stuff can be a cause of bad breath. Make tongue cleaning a part of your daily oral hygiene routine.
Answered 8/13/2013
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