Black Hairy Tongue: Causes and Treatment

Black hairy tongue is a relatively rare acquired condition that can literally turn the tongue's color black. It is considered harmless and self-limited. Here, we will go over what it is as well as what can trigger this condition and what can be done to potentially resolve this problem. More info on black hairy tongue: https://www.FauquierENT.net/blackhair... This video produced by Dr. Chris Chang: https://www.FauquierENT.net Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA Many of the treatment suggestions mentioned in the video can be purchased on Amazon: First-Line Treatments: • Tongue Scraper: https://amzn.to/32ZROX6 (watch video:    • Tongue Scraping: Why and How?  ) • CloSys Toothpaste: https://amzn.to/3PepFSv • Tom's Toothpaste: https://amzn.to/3uAvH8n • IoRinse (not mentioned in the video): https://amzn.to/3uZKVUH Second-Line Treatments: • 1% Gentian Violet: https://amzn.to/3bwJimm • 3% hydrogen peroxide (although there are some anecdotal reports that this may trigger black hairy tongue): https://amzn.to/325Hrlh • 50% trichloroacetic acid: https://amzn.to/3jUDjdS • 40% urea solution: https://amzn.to/3bB0Q0C • Salicylic acid: https://amzn.to/3lVyUcx • Vitamin B complex: https://amzn.to/330zcpU Please note that as an Amazon Associate, we may earn small commissions from qualifying purchases from Amazon.com. What is Black Hairy Tongue (0:35) Triggers (2:35) Treatment (3:07) #blacktongue #blackhairytongue #whitetongue #thrush #medicalanimation