Most dentists agree that a routine of proper oral hygiene will include tongue brushing along with regular brushing, flossing and using mouthwash. Bacteria can form on the tongue, leading to halitosis. Many people, unfortunately, cannot brush their tongue without gagging. If you are one of those, take some steps to eliminate the gag reflex when you brush your tongue.
Instructions
1. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Harder bristles can be more abrasive on the tongue and trigger your gag reflex.
2. Stick your tongue out as far as you can when brushing it. Stretching the tongue out can help to eliminate gagging.
3. Brush only the front portion of your tongue. Go back as far as you can but not so far as to trigger your gag reflex.
4. Breathe in deeply and exhale through your mouth while brushing your tongue.
5. Place the toothbrush toward the side of the tongue rather than brushing directly on top of it. This can help to ensure that you won't push the toothbrush straight back too far, resulting in gagging.
6. Keep at it. In many cases, it simply takes time to overcome gagging while brushing your tongue.
7. Move the brush with soft, smooth strokes. Do not go too fast while brushing your tongue.
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