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What Can I Do to Prevent Bad Breath?

What can I do to prevent bad breath? There are many things you can do to stop bad breath (also known as halitosis). You just need to know what they are. The easiest way is to practice good oral hygiene and stop smoking/chewing tobacco, and drink water regularly. See your dentist regularly, and avoid those foods and beverages mentioned below.

See your dentist regularly. See him or her every six months for a professional cleaning. Cleaning your teeth not only helps to keep them clean and healthy, it also eliminates bacteria and tartar that constantly irritate your mouth and lead to bad breath. Brush your teeth well, and brush your tongue. A dentist regularly cleaning your teeth will eliminate the tartar and keep your mouth clean and fresh.

Drink water regularly. Water will hydrate your mouth, prevent dry mouth (that leads to foul breath), and help remove food particles that lead to tooth decay. Drink at least two glasses of water daily, and try to avoid sweet and sugary drinks and snacks. Avoid dried or pickled food, tea, coffee, and tobacco products. When you eat, chew gum, or use a straw designed to prevent tipping off any food particles that might be stuck between your teeth.

Chewing tobacco products that contain long Chain triglycerides or MSG can cause bad breath. These ingredients include: soy sauce, butter, carrots, corn, rice, pasta, corn breads, beans, and vegetables. Long Chain triglycerides and MSG are both breaking down in your digestive system to cause bad breath. To avoid swallowing anything with these ingredients, choose sugarless candy, dried fruit, or other non-flavored snack.

Brush your teeth and gums regularly. Use a good toothbrush that is made from natural bristles, such as bamboo, or herbal bristles. Regular brushing will floss your teeth and removes food particles, which can cause bad breath. Flossing is especially important if you have had recent dental work. Your dentist may recommend brushing your tongue first, since some foods and drinks may not be suitable for brushing if they are lodged in between your teeth.

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Brush your tongue first. Some foods cause bad breath by being trapped between your teeth, rather than on the back of your tongue where they're supposed to go. For example, onions, garlic, and peppers can get caught in between your teeth and cause you to chew them. Tobacco is another problem, because tobacco use can cause bad breath by releasing chemicals into your mouth that irritate your gums. If you've used tobacco in the past or are currently using tobacco, brush your teeth and gums regularly. After brushing, you should floss to remove any food particles that may have reached your inner gums.

If you're in pain, you might want to visit a dentist, but don't let bad breath stop you. If you've been to your dentist and received professional cleaning, you shouldn't have any problems with oral hygiene. If you have gum disease, however, or if you know that you do, talk to your dentist about ways you can take care of your teeth and gums so that you won't have to worry about bad breath. Gum disease often involves poor dental hygiene, so visiting a dentist regularly is an important step for maintaining good oral hygiene. Don't forget to brush your teeth after visiting a dentist!

If you have a problem with dry mouth, you may also have a problem with bad breath. A dry mouth condition, often called xerostomia, causes the gums to become irritated, making it more likely for bacteria to grow. Although the bacteria are usually not harmful, they can be a source of bad breath. To avoid this condition, make sure you brush and floss regularly. Visit a dentist if you're concerned about a severe problem with dry mouth.

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1100 Spruce Street
Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 825 - 3455

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