If Your Tongue Has Wavy Edges, This Is What"s Happening

It’s easy to forget how important your tongue is. It’s the reason you can taste things, of course. But it also allows you to form actual words when you speak. Otherwise, you’d have to work much harder to make more than slurred noises.

But like any other part of the body, your tongue can have times when it’s not feeling its best. And whether it’s because of trauma or disease, it’s going to show. And sometimes it can even give you some warning signs about your health in general. But what’s the use of those signs if you don’t know how to read them, right?

Let’s go through some of the many things your tongue could be trying to tell you.

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1. Pink, bumpy tongue.

This is exactly what you want. Those bumps are called papillae and make it easier to eat and tell you how hot your food is and what it tastes like.

2. White, coated tongue.

This means your oral health could use some work, but it’s usually nothing to worry about. This can be brought on by dry mouth, drinking a lot of alcohol, or smoking.Usually you can get rid of this by gently brushing your tongue and drinking water.

3. Stubborn white patches.

This is called leukoplakia. Its arrival means your mouth is making too many cells. It’s not always dangerous, but it can be a sign of cancer, so it’s a good idea to check with your doctor.

4. Thick, cheese-like coating.

This is a kind of yeast infection called oral thrush. It often appears in young children, but can also sprout up if you wear dentures, have a weakened immune system, or use antibiotics.Talk to your dentist to find out the right treatment for this health problem.