Tongue scraping may freshen breath in gum disease patients
NCT ID NCT06091228
First seen Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study looks at whether adding tongue scraping to standard gum disease treatment can reduce bad breath. About 39 adults with gum disease and bad breath will receive standard gum cleaning and oral hygiene instructions, with half also using a tongue scraper. The goal is to see if tongue scraping provides extra improvement in breath odor and gum health.
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