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  1. Black hairy tongue

    Black hairy tongue syndrome (BHT) is a condition of the tongue in which the small bumps on the tongue elongate with black or brown discoloration, giving a black and hairy appearance. The appearance may be alarming, but it is a harmless condition. Predisposing factors include smoking, xerostomia (dry mouth), soft diet, poor oral hygiene and certain medications. Management is facilitated by improving oral hygiene, especially scraping or brushing the tongue.

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  1. Black hairy tongue

    Black hairy tongue refers to a condition of the tongue where the filiform papillae elongate with black or brown discoloration, giving a black and hairy appearance. The appearance may be alarming, but it is a harmless condition. Predisposing factors include smoking, xerostomia, soft diet, poor oral hygiene and certain medications. Management is by improving oral hygiene, especially scraping or brushing the tongue.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of black hairy tongue in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of black hairy tongue in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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