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The tongue papillae, including the taste buds, can become inflamed. A sore tongue is not always a sign of something more serious. The tongue should be included in good dental health habits. Over time, smoking can make the tongue more sensitive to heat and cold.
Â© 2014 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. Prev Next The tongue is a muscular organ in the mouth. The tongue is covered with moist, pink tissue called mucosa. Tiny bumps called papillae give the tongue its rough texture. Thousands of taste buds cover the surfaces of the papillae. Taste buds are collections of nerve-like cells that connect to nerves running into the brain. The tongue is anchored to the mouth by webs of tough tissue and mucosa. The tether holding down the front of the tongue is called the frenum. In the back of the mouth, the tongue is anchored into the hyoid bone. The tongue is vital for chewing and swallowing food, as well as for speech. The four common tastes are sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.