What Are Geographical Tongue Causes and Symptoms?
For many people, the underlying condition of chronic bad breath or halitosis starts with the shape of the tongue. People with a fissured tongue or a deep groove down the middle of the tongue are more likely to have bad breath than others. This is because the bacteria that causes bad breath is cut off from oxygen. This allows the bacteria to thrive and cause more of the sulfur compounds responsible for halitosis. It can also be caused by mouthwash that contains alcohol and certain types of toothpaste. Some people also suffer from a white furry tongue. This is because the fibers that make up the tongue may be somewhat longer than normal. This gives the tongue a rougher appearance and this can trap the tongue bacteria. This tongue bacteria also causes a white furry tongue, which can be embarrassing.
