What Is Black Hairy Tongue?
9. Can Black Hairy Tongue Be Prevented?
The cases of black hairy tongue that are caused by medication or by a chronic medical condition may not be able to be prevented, but should still resolve on their own. Since smoking tobacco increases risk, stopping smoking can prevent this syndrome from occurring.
Good oral hygiene is the best preventive tool. Frequent brushing and flossing and the use of a tongue scraper are all effective prevention methods. Some individuals eat a diet of all or mainly soft foods, so adding crunchy or rough foods like fruits and vegetables helps clean the tongue more effectively.
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