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Fan Letter] Dear Doctor, Hello! I'm a big fan of yours and I've been following your social media accounts. Recently, I noticed that I had many tooth marks on my tongue that looked terrifying. I would like to ask you, is this a disease? How should it be regulated?
Popular science answers] Dear fans, hello! Glad to hear from you. Regarding the problem of tooth marks on the tongue that you mentioned, it is indeed a common phenomenon, but it is not a disease. In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the tongue image is one of the important indicators that reflect the health status of the human body. The tooth marks on the tongue, known in Chinese medicine as "tooth marks", reflect the condition of qi deficiency and blood stasis in the human body.
First, let's take a look at the causes of tooth marks. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the formation of tooth marks is closely related to the flow of qi and blood in the human body. When the flow of qi and blood in the human body is not smooth, the capillaries on the tongue will dilate, causing the tongue to become swollen, thus forming tooth marks under the pressure of the teeth. In addition, the swelling of the tongue is also related to factors such as spleen and stomach dysfunction, dampness and evil connotations.
So, how do you condition tooth marks on your tongue? Here I have some suggestions for you:
1.Diet: Avoid spicy, greasy, raw and cold foods, and eat more foods that strengthen the spleen and dampness, such as red beans, barley, pumpkin, etc. At the same time, maintain a regular diet and avoid overeating.
2.Traditional Chinese medicine conditioning: You can try to take some ancient Chinese medicine prescriptions that have the effects of strengthening the spleen and relieving dampness, invigorating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, such as Sijunzi Tang and Wuling San. These ancient formulas have achieved good results in clinical practice.
3.Massage Conditioning: Massaging the tongue every day can stimulate blood circulation in the tongue and help eliminate tooth marks. Here's how to do this: Gently rub the sides of your tongue with your index finger and thumb for about 5 minutes each time.
4.Oral Conditioning: Maintain oral hygiene and avoid tooth marks caused by oral diseases. It is recommended to clean your teeth regularly to remove tartar and calculus.
5.Maintain a good routine: Avoid staying up late and ensure adequate sleep to help restore spleen and stomach function.
In conclusion, tooth marks on the tongue, while worrisome, are not irreconcilable. Through diet, TCM conditioning, massage, oral hygiene and other efforts, I believe that your tooth marks will gradually disappear. If you have any further questions, please feel free to continue asking them. Wishing you good health!
References] 1Basic Theory of Traditional Chinese MedicineChina Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 2017 edition.
2.Diagnostics of Traditional Chinese MedicineChina Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 2017 edition.
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