{"id":78328,"date":"2025-06-25T11:17:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T11:17:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=78328"},"modified":"2026-07-28T10:08:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T10:08:20","slug":"tongue-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/","title":{"rendered":"Pourquoi le nettoyage de la langue est-il important ? Bienfaits et m\u00e9thodes d\u2019application"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"78328\" class=\"elementor elementor-78328\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41b9c9f5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"41b9c9f5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14299b7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"14299b7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key Takeaways<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13d0bcf1 elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" 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hygiene.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Regular cleaning reduces bacteria and aids digestion.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span 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For healthy oral care, tools like tongue cleaners or natural methods can be preferred. By applying these methods, a person gains a healthy smile and fresh breath. Moreover, the cleaner the tongue is, the better a person tastes and the digestive system is supported.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#Why_Is_Tongue_Cleaning_Important\" >Why Is Tongue Cleaning Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#What_Tools_Are_Used_for_Tongue_Cleaning\" >What Tools Are Used for Tongue Cleaning?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#What_Is_the_Purpose_of_a_Tongue_Cleaner\" >What Is the Purpose of a Tongue Cleaner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#How_to_Use_a_Tongue_Cleaner\" >How to Use a Tongue Cleaner?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#How_Is_Tongue_Cleaning_Done\" >How Is Tongue Cleaning Done?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#Natural_Methods_for_Tongue_Cleaning\" >Natural Methods for Tongue Cleaning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#Benefits_of_Tongue_Cleaning\" >Benefits of Tongue Cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/nettoyage-de-la-langue\/#FAQ_About_Tongue_Cleaning\" >FAQ About Tongue Cleaning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Tongue_Cleaning_Important\"><\/span>Why Is Tongue Cleaning Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Tongue cleaning is a topic many people neglect. For healthy oral care, in addition to brushing teeth, tongue cleaning must also be done. Bacteria and toxins that accumulate on the tongue over time can negatively affect oral health and cause bad breath. For this reason, paying attention to tongue cleaning is very important for overall oral hygiene.<\/p><p>The importance of tongue cleaning can be listed as follows:<\/p><ul><li>Prevents bad breath<\/li><li>Removes plaques on the tongue<\/li><li>Enhances taste sensation<\/li><li>Reduces the risk of gum diseases<\/li><li>Supports the immune system<\/li><li>Reduces the number of bacteria reaching the digestive system<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Tools_Are_Used_for_Tongue_Cleaning\"><\/span>What Tools Are Used for Tongue Cleaning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>There are specially designed tools for tongue cleaning. Most are designed to effectively clean deposits on the tongue&#8217;s surface.<\/p><p>Tools used for tongue cleaning include:<\/p><ul><li>Tongue cleaner<\/li><li>Tongue cleaning surfaces on the back of toothbrushes<\/li><li>Alternative solutions like spoons<\/li><li>Antibacterial mouthwashes<\/li><li>Natural products such as saline water<\/li><\/ul><table><thead><tr><th>Tongue Cleaning Tool<\/th><th>How It Works<\/th><th>Effectiveness Level<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tongue cleaner<\/td><td>Physically scrapes bacteria and debris from the tongue<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Daily tongue cleaning<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toothbrush tongue surface<\/td><td>Light mechanical cleaning<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Quick cleaning routines<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spoon<\/td><td>Manual scraping<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Emergency or alternative use<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Antibacterial mouthwash<\/td><td>Reduces bacterial load chemically<\/td><td>Low\u2013Medium<\/td><td>Supporting oral hygiene<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Saline water<\/td><td>Cleans and soothes the tongue<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Sensitive tongues<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Baking soda mixture<\/td><td>Neutralizes acids and removes debris<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Occasional natural cleaning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Purpose_of_a_Tongue_Cleaner\"><\/span>What Is the Purpose of a Tongue Cleaner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A tongue cleaner physically scrapes and removes bacteria, dead cells, and mucus layers accumulated on the tongue. This process reduces bad breath and ensures hygiene. Additionally, using a tongue cleaner means fewer bacteria reach the stomach, which helps digestion.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_a_Tongue_Cleaner\"><\/span>How to Use a Tongue Cleaner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Its use is quite simple. However, it is important to be gentle and careful to avoid damaging the taste buds. Regular use of a tongue cleaner is necessary to maintain good oral hygiene and achieve fresh breath. After cleaning, the device must be thoroughly cleaned.<\/p><p>Step-by-step guide to using a tongue cleaner:<\/p><ul><li>Place the cleaner on the back of the tongue<\/li><li>Gently scrape forward with light pressure<\/li><li>Repeat the process 2-3 times<\/li><li>Rinse the cleaner with water after use<\/li><li>Use once daily, preferably in the morning<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Tongue_Cleaning_Done\"><\/span>How Is Tongue Cleaning Done?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Tongue cleaning can be done with both dental care tools and natural methods. The most effective results are achieved by combining both. Mechanical scraping with a tongue cleaner, gentle brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush, supporting hygiene with mouthwash, and using baking soda are some ways to maintain oral hygiene.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Methods_for_Tongue_Cleaning\"><\/span>Natural Methods for Tongue Cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Cleaning with natural products is ideal especially for people with sensitive tongues and gums. However, natural methods are usually supportive and may not be sufficient alone. Considering this, it is more beneficial to combine methods for cleaning.<\/p><p>Some natural methods for tongue cleaning include:<\/p><ul><li>Brushing with a mixture of baking soda and water<\/li><li>Gargling with saline water<\/li><li>Rinsing the mouth with diluted vinegar water<\/li><li>Gargling with warm water mixed with a few drops of peppermint oil<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Tongue_Cleaning\"><\/span>Benefits of Tongue Cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>When done regularly, tongue cleaning provides many benefits not only for oral health but also for overall health. Taking care of tongue cleaning also helps you have a healthy and aesthetic smile.<\/p><p>Benefits of tongue cleaning are:<\/p><ul><li>Reduction of bad breath<\/li><li>Improvement in taste ability<\/li><li>Healthier oral flora<\/li><li>Prevention of plaque formation<\/li><li>Reduced occurrence of gum diseases<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_About_Tongue_Cleaning\"><\/span>FAQ About Tongue Cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f2f32d elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"2f2f32d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4940\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4940\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Where can I buy a tongue cleaner? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4940\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-022d663 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"022d663\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd662dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd662dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>They can be easily found in pharmacies, large supermarkets, online platforms, and stores selling dental care products.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4941\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4941\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Are there any harms of tongue cleaners? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4941\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e790c0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2e790c0\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1abef71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1abef71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Incorrect or excessive use can irritate the tongue surface. Using it gently once a day is ideal.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4942\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4942\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which mouthwash is suitable for tongue cleaning? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4942\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1240087 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1240087\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cae2ca2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cae2ca2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Alcohol-free antibacterial mouthwashes are preferred. Mouthwashes containing mint and zinc are effective.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4943\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4943\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can the tongue be cleaned with a spoon? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4943\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2953539 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2953539\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a395b29 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a395b29\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, temporarily the tongue can be cleaned with a spoon. 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