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Ways To Avoid Bad Breath
Studies show that 50% of
adults have had bad breath at
some point in their lives. A major
reason for bad breath is a high
sulfur environment. The bacteria
that live in our mouths produce
sulfur-rich compounds as a waste
product. Most of the times, bad
breath can be eliminated by simple
oral hygiene.
Regular oral hygiene, including
interdental cleaning with floss, and
cleaning your tongue helps. The bacteria
that cause bad breath are often found
on the topside of your tongue. If you can
see a white coating on your tongue, you
should remove this debris with a tongue
cleaner. Here are some more ways of
combating bad breath:
Munch on a carrot or an
apple. Crispy, fresh fruits and vegetables
increase your saliva flow between meals to
help wash away bacteria from teeth, tongue
and gums that can cause bad breath. An
empty stomach from skipping meals can cause
foul breath as acids in the stomach build up.
Rinse. Rinse your mouth with water
thoroughly after eating or drinking anything.
By doing this, you will keep your mouth
clean and eliminate potential residue of food
particles from your mouth.
Drink more water. Hydration
will help maintain saliva flow and keep your
mouth moist, discouraging bacterial growth.
Chew gum. Always keep sugarless
chewing gum with you. The gum will
stimulate saliva production, which is healthy
for your mouth. Saliva is the most natural
protector of your teeth. It fights against
plaque buildup and bacteria formation in
your mouth.
Warm salt-water rinse. This
is a simple home remedy for bad breath. A
salt-water rinse can prevent the buildup of
infectious bacteria in the mouth or throat.
Halitosis or chronic bad breath defies
every tactic mentioned above. There may be
several reasons for it, including cavities, gum
disease, nose, sinus and throat infections.
infections. Seek your dentist's guidance.
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