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\u201cWhite tongue\u201d is a condition that can be attributed to several different conditions, some that can be considered to be a little more serious than some others. Some of the conditions that might cause white tongue include a simple case of dehydration that makes the tongue appear white, especially if this happens in the mornings; it could also potentially be caused by an infection of the mouth, or a specific kind of infection known as thrush or oral candida.<\/p>\n

If you have a case of white tongue, then you should know that the condition is often easy to treat and manage if you find and treat the cause of the symptom first. Here are 12 practical tips that will help you get rid of white tongue. If you try the items on this list and the problem still persists, then make an appointment with your doctor for an overall health assessment.<\/p>\n

1. Rinsing with Salt<\/h3>\n

There are a lot of benefits associated with the use of salt<\/a>; firstly, you should know that salt is one of the purest substances known to mankind, and it has thousands of different applications when it comes to cleaning and sterilization of both objects and anything else. If you have nothing else on hand, salt in a cut or wound will stop the wound from bleeding \u2013 and in most cases, you can stop what would have otherwise been a very severe infection with just the simple application of salt \u2013 or diluted salt water.<\/p>\n

This is why you are often advised to clean piercings and tattoos with saline solution, and a doctor will advise you to rinse your mouth with salt water if you are recovering from any kind of dental surgery: Of course, it\u2019s something that can be said to work for white tongue too, and you should add it to your morning routine.<\/p>\n

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2. Eating Yoghurt<\/h3>\n

If you are experiencing repeated problems with thrush or white tongue, then it might be time to look at your diet and what you have been eating \u2013 or not eating enough of. One of the potential causes of the symptom known as white tongue can be the fact that the balance of the flora in your mouth is interrupted \u2013 as is sometimes the case if your body has been battling a particularly severe infection, or what will happen if you have been taking a very strong antibiotic or certain other types of medication.<\/p>\n

If you want to fix this type of white tongue, then the best thing you can do is to start repairing the flora that has been damaged. The simplest way to do this is by adding some yoghurt<\/a> to your diet \u2013 though make sure that the yoghurt in question contains the live cultures that you need \u2013 you can usually see this on the ingredient list.<\/p>\n

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3. Changing Your Brushing Routine<\/h3>\n

If you are developing repeated and constant problems with the condition that\u2019s known as white mouth and you\u2019ve already tried some of the options that have been mentioned in this article, then the next recommendation we have on hand for you is to try changing your brushing routine: The way in which you brush your teeth could be the problem. We\u2019re told to brush at least after every meal, but dentists now warn that this can have disastrous consequences for the teeth.<\/p>\n

Too much brushing can scrape off the enamel from your teeth<\/a> and make them decay much sooner. Just a few small changes to your brushing routine can take care of white tongue: Combine it with a salt rinse as we mentioned in the beginning of this article. You can also try changing your toothpaste if you still experience problems with white tongue despite the fact that you keep your teeth in good condition.<\/p>\n

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4. Taking Antibiotics<\/h3>\n

Many times, white tongue is a sign of some kind of bacterial infection that has taken hold in your body \u2013 and if this is the case, then the condition should be relatively easy to treat. See your doctor to find out what types of antibiotics<\/a> can be prescribed to treat the infection; this should take care of the bout of white tongue at the same time, which is in this case more than likely caused by an oral candida infection \u2013 a surprisingly common condition that can be spread from person to person through several means, or just mean that the balance of your body\u2019s Ph is severely wrong.<\/p>\n

Sometimes antibiotics can also be the cause behind the problem, in which case replacing the flora that has been lost through the antibiotic by simply eating yoghurt. Visit your doctor again if the problem persists despite a course of antibiotics having been taken.<\/p>\n

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5. Rinsing with Antiseptics<\/h3>\n

Salt is one of the most powerful natural antiseptics<\/a> that we know of, but that doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s the only one at your disposal. There are many more substances you can also use if you are looking to cleanse your mouth \u2013 including parsley (especially after you have eaten garlic) and apples: If you eat apples, you are naturally cleansing and whitening your teeth at the same time. Of course, salt is still the best out of the lot if you are looking to get rid of white tongue.<\/p>\n

There are also some antibacterial mouth rinses that are available over-the-counter, and might help to act as a counter and preventative measure for the condition. Find out from your dentists which one of these will be best for you \u2013 and remember that you don\u2019t want to swallow mouthwash, especially not the ones that contain alcohol and colourants! Continue reading if this does not solve the problem.<\/p>\n

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6. Hydrate Regularly<\/h3>\n

One of the most common causes of white tongue that can\u2019t be pinned down to an infection of the mouth or an imbalance within the body is put down to one of the first signs that your body is severely dehydrated; the condition might also spread to the lips and the rest of the mouth, which appears white and starts to crack as the condition worsens. By the point the body realizes that it\u2019s thirsty and getting dehydrated, you are already in the more advanced stages of dehydration and will likely need to seek medical help.<\/p>\n

The best thing you can do to combat this is through proper, regular hydration<\/a> \u2013 especially when you are spending time in the sun, spending time exercising or spending time recovering from an illness. Drink at least eight glasses of water, and note that the number might be a little higher or lower depending on your preference and weight.<\/p>\n

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7. Stop Smoking<\/h3>\n

There are many more potential causes of white tongue that we haven\u2019t covered within the scope of this article yet; of course, we\u2019re only about halfway through so there\u2019s still a lot of time left to go through a couple more. Another cause of white tongue is a side-effect that affects people who have been smoking for a long time; yes, white tongue can also happen if you have been smoking for years and it\u2019s suddenly starting to affect your oral health.<\/p>\n

If it\u2019s happening to you, then the first thing you should do is stop smoking \u2013 through gradually, especially if you have been smoking<\/a> for a very long time, as it can negatively affect your health to suddenly stop. If you have been a long-term smoker and would like to stop, find out from your doctor what could be the best way to do so without bringing any further damage to your health in the process.<\/p>\n

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8. Assess Your Medications<\/h3>\n

Sometimes your medication could be what\u2019s causing your oral thrush or case of white tongue<\/a>; if this is the case, then you will find that any of the other causes we\u2019ve listed in this article might not apply to you. Your best course of action in this case is to start making a thorough list of your medications and take this to your doctor: From there, they will be able to figure out which medication is causing the problem and usually be able to prescribe something that doesn\u2019t do this.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s always better to visit your doctor if you need your medication altered or changed; you don\u2019t want to do this yourself, as this can be highly dangerous. Many times, thrush accompanies a strong course of antibiotics \u2013 and eating some yoghurt as we mentioned earlier on in this article will be more than enough to sort out your symptoms for good.<\/p>\n

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\"\"9. Treating Thrush<\/h3>\n

Sometimes thrush is the case of white tongue, in which case you will notice that it often spreads to other areas of the mouth too \u2013 such as your cheeks and the inside of your throat. This is an infection that sometimes accompanies a diminished immunity and cold sores<\/a>, and you should seek immediate treatment for this condition by visiting your doctor for a combination of treatment tips and a course of antibiotics that can cause the condition.<\/p>\n

Be sure to change things like your toothbrushes so that you do not constantly reinfect yourself with the condition, or manage to pass it on to someone else. You can combine the treatment of thrush with many of the tips we\u2019ve mentioned in the rest of this article \u2013 and they often work better when you combine several types of treatments with one another. If this doesn\u2019t work, make an appointment with your doctor to find the cause.<\/p>\n

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10. Check Your Sugar<\/h3>\n

There are many potential causes of the condition known as white tongue, some of which we\u2019ve already gone through in this article; but sometimes diabetes<\/a> can also be the cause behind white tongue, and you should ensure that you have yourself checked out for this condition if you show any other symptoms that are part of it: Some of the symptoms that you could have diabetes or be very close to develop the condition are frequent urination, constant drops in your blood sugar and often feeling faint.<\/p>\n

You might also experience more frequent urination than you are used to, and find that you are constantly thirsty. Your body will also react differently to sugars, which is where the condition has the potential to become dangerous. Make an appointment with your doctor if this is the case. Leaving the condition undiagnosed and untreated could be fatal to your health in the long run.<\/p>\n

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11. Lemon Juice<\/h3>\n

We\u2019ve already mentioned a couple of great ways to keep your mouth and teeth in excellent condition and other great ways that keep infection out of the mouth; salt is one great way that we\u2019ve covered at length and highly recommend as an addition to your health routine whether or not you are struggling with some kind of issues with your dental health. It\u2019s also true that you can use lemon juice<\/a> for a lot of the same purposes as salt and for the same effect; you can even mix the two if you are in need of a serious clean.<\/p>\n

Lemon juice has the added benefit of being able to whiten the teeth at the same time, and there are no ill effects like with using many of the over-the-counter methods available for bleaching teeth. This is one of the treatments that can do absolutely no harm \u2013 and that you should add to your daily routine anyway.<\/p>\n

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12. Seeing Your Dentist<\/h3>\n

If you have tried all of the methods on the list and the problem with white tongue persists, then it is likely that you have a condition causing white tongue that we have not covered through the scope of this article. In most cases, a course of antibiotics will be more than enough to sort out even the worst cases \u2013 and if it\u2019s not, then you should have your health looked at closer.<\/p>\n

Make an appointment with your dentist if you think that it might be a problem that\u2019s specifically related to your tongue, mouth<\/a>, throat or teeth; make an appointment with your doctor if you think that the condition is something that is affecting the rest of your health too. The condition can surely be easily managed with the right treatment \u2013 and many mystery conditions are best spotted and treated early on before they have a chance to become a bigger health issue.<\/p>\n

\"\"13. Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h3>\n

Apple cider vinegar contains potent antiseptic, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties \u2013 it\u2019s the ideal natural solution for getting rid of white tongue. Raw, unfiltered ACV contains beneficial bacterium known as, \u201cthe mother.\u201d This bacterium takes on the appearance of a brown suspension in the liquid, and it\u2019s the part of ACV<\/a> most revered for its healing and detoxifying capabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some people may find drinking a straight shot of ACV to be rather unpleasant. The vinegar has a sharp and sweet taste, that may cause you to spit it out if you\u2019ve never tried it before. We recommend you mix a tablespoon of ACV into a quarter-glass of water, and swirl it in your mouth, then gargle with it before spitting.<\/span><\/p>\n

Repeat this treatment twice a day until the symptoms of white tongue start to dissipate. Make sure you select raw, unfiltered ACV, as the filtered version removes \u201cthe mother,\u201d eliminating the beneficial properties from the vinegar.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"14. Baking Soda<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Baking soda<\/a> isn\u2019t only for baking \u2013 it has myriad uses in maintaining your health. Baking sodas mixed in water turns the water alkaline, increasing the pH balance in your digestive system. Your gut biomes \u2013 the trillions of live bacteria living in your gut, thrive in an alkaline environment. The bacteria that causes oral thrush and white tongue can\u2019t survive in an alkaline environment, as they can\u2019t breed without some form of acidity. <\/span><\/p>\n

As a result, rinsing and gargling with baking soda mixed with water a few times every day will help to clear your symptoms. It doesn\u2019t matter what brand of baking soda you use, as all brands offer the same product.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, how you use the baking soda matters. For best results, we recommend you add your baking soda to alkaline water to improve the pH, and start your treatment by gargling with the baking soda water at least three to four times a day or more. You should notice your symptoms begin to decline around the second day after starting your protocol.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"15. Avoid Carbohydrates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The bacterium that is responsible for causing white tongue, thrive on sugar and refined carbs. Since most of the issue comes from the bacterial balance in your gut, it’s best if you adopt a strategy that deals with rebalancing the flora in your digestive tract first.<\/span><\/p>\n

Start this process by eliminating all forms of processed foods and refined carbohydrate<\/a> from your diet. Get rid of cereals, soda, candy, flour products, and baked goods, and replace them with whole-grain sources of carbohydrates, as well as healthy fruits and sprouts loaded with beneficial probiotic bacteria. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some examples of carbs that are good for digestive health are papaya, pineapple, kimchi, and sauerkraut. Fermented foods contain prebiotic fiber that helps the beneficial bacteria in your gut thrive, reducing the presence of the bacterium that causes thrush and white tongue.<\/span><\/p>\n

Changes in your diet kill off the invading bacteria responsible for the development of oral thrush and white tongue while preventing reoccurrence in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

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