If you ever wondered how to clean your tongue properly, you are not alone. Every once in a while, a patient asks this very question. Some ask out of curiosity, while others ask because they discovered they have “bad breath.” If you notice lingering halitosis despite consistently brushing your teeth twice a day, then it may be your tongue that needs a little extra attention. Your tongue can harbor food particles or bacteria.

Sometimes people ask, “Is mouth breathing bad?” The short answer is YES.

What is the reason for the mouth breathing? Could it be temporary mouth breathing because a cold has stopped up your nose, or do you breathe through your mouth all day and night?