Treating a Black or Coated Tongue
Treating a Black or Coated TongueSkip to the navigationTopic OverviewHome treatment may be all that is needed for a black or coated
tongue. - Brush your tongue daily with a soft-bristled
toothbrush and toothpaste or a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide to 2 parts
water.
- Scrape the tongue with an upside-down teaspoon to remove the
"furry" coating on the tongue.
- Do not use tobacco products.
Bismuth products, such as Pepto-Bismol, can turn your tongue black.
The black appearance will go away after you stop taking the medicine. CreditsByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerWilliam H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine Current as of:
May 7, 2017 Last modified on: 8 September 2017
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