white tongue
Oral hygiene indicator
White tongue is a condition where the tongue develops a whitish coating or patches, typically from bacteria, dead cells, or debris accumulating on the surface.
It's usually harmless and temporary—caused by dehydration, dry mouth, or poor oral hygiene—though persistent white tongue can indicate oral thrush or other conditions requiring treatment.
- bad breathFoul mouth odor
- dry mouthInsufficient saliva production
- mouth breathingRespiring through lips
- candidiasisYeast-caused fungal infection
- scarlet feverStreptococcal infection with rash
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- Mouth Diseasesgingivitis, periodontitis, oral thrush, stomatitis, glossitis
- tongue problemsglossitis, scalloped edges