Are tongue scrapers safe to use in the long run?!
Question: Are tongue scrapers safe to use in the long run?
I got a stainless steel tongue scraper to help me get rid of bad breath. My friend noticed it and was telling me that her mom said that they're bad because over time they start to mess with your taste buds and I'll lose my tasting ability. Now she has me thinking :/
Answers:
Using an inappropriately designed tongue cleaner too much or in an aggressive way may cause damage to the taste buds present on the surface of the tongue. There are opinions claiming that even in such cases, the taste buds actually regenerate soon after being damaged. Using a safe ergonomic tongue cleaner carefully may avoid such circumstances.
People have been using tongue scrapers for centuries for oral hygiene.If you are concerned, call your dentist and ask about this.