WebMD explains a fissured tongue, its causes, and conditions where it's more common.

Everyone has tongue bacteria. Tongue scrapers are an effective way to get rid of these germs if done correctly.

Tongue, lip and cheek-tie releases are often recommended to help with breastfeeding or to prevent health problems. Few studies have shown benefits.

Tongue-tie — a condition in infants that can affect breastfeeding — may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery, a prominent doctors group said Monday.

How does tongue scraping help? Buildup on the tongue smells bad because bacterial colonies can live there, said Ananda P. Dasanayake, a professor of epidemiology at the New York University College ...

Discover 7 common causes of dark tongue spots. Learn when these concerning marks require medical attention and effective treatment options.

An Ohio man’s tongue turned green and hairy following an alleged reaction to smoking cigarettes while simultaneously taking antibiotics.

As anyone who has seen ‘A Christmas Story’ knows, licking a cold metal object can be dangerous. Here’s why you should never stick your tongue to a metal pole in winter.

A white tongue may be due to poor oral hygiene or several other conditions that require treatment. It generally has a good outlook, but it is best to have a doctor or dentist take a look.

Nick Stoeberl holds the Guinness World Record for the man with the world's longest tongue — and it actually proves to be incredibly helpful in cheeky ways.

A range of health issues can cause blisters to form on the tongue. Some are harmless and resolve on their own, while others need treatment.