Tongue scraping/cleaning is a very important aspect of oral hygiene. It is scientifically proven to control bad breath and enhance immunity. Soulgenie SteloSwipe Lite Steel Tongue Cleaners are an excellent option for oral care as they are impervious to bacteria as compared to plastic tongue cleaners. Stainless Steel is easy to maintain and to keep clean. It stays rust free, odor free and stain free, making it a long term part of your daily grooming routine. Tongue cleaners have been in use since ancient times, as they keep a host of oral problems at bay. A quick swipe on the tongue, refreshes the mouth and improves taste. Prevents cavities and tooth decay. Bad breath can be quite a put off, and can ruin the best of impressions. Regular tongue cleaning is a very effective method to remove bad breath. It makes one feel good and confident , as there is no more worries about bad breath. Gentle tongue scraping removes the odour creating tongue coats. Sometimes some foods like dairy products, garlic , onions, meat etc. leave a thin powdery/grimy coat on the tongue , which when left in the mouth starts to decay emanating a foul smell. Regular tongue cleansing and brushing of teeth is the way to good oral hygiene. There are two styles of Stainless Steel Tongue Cleaners are available at soulgenie.com This is the lighter version without cylindrical handle. It has curved ends which provide good grip.