White or yellow coating on tongue may be the cause of bad breath
Have you ever felt like you have bad breath, no matter how much you brush your teeth? This is usually due to a white or yellow coating on the tongue that hasn't been properly removed. You may have noticed a white or yellowish substance on your tongue. Today, we're going to look at the causes of white or yellow coating on tongue and how to get rid of it. White or yellow coating on tongue is a buildup of cells, saliva, and bacteria from your body that mixes with food particles on your tongue. So what causes these coatings to form? A white or yellow coating on the tongue is similar to the composition of plaque, and it sticks to the surface of your teeth and tongue, making it easier for food and germs to stick to the inside of your mouth. If you don't take good care of your tongue, you're more likely to get white or yellow coating on your tongue. It can also happen if your mouth is dry due to drinking or smoking. A dry mouth is the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive...